Data Management - Big Data/Machine Learning Engineer - Lead Big Data/Machine Learning Engineer - Lead

Job Description: Job description mutually determined by Manager and Flexforce - could be equivalent to Dir/Sr Director role Reason For Request:aJob Title: Lead Big Data / Machine Learning Engineer (IAM / SailPoint) Location: Richmond, VA or Plano, TX (Hybrid) Duration: 11-month contract Role Overview Client is seeking a Lead Big Data / Machine Learning Engineer with strong Identity & Access Management (IAM) and SailPoint IdentityIQ experience to support enterprise identity governance initiatives. This role will be critical in supporting the convergence of identity platforms following Capital One’s acquisition of Discover. Key Responsibilities Lead and support identity data analysis within SailPoint IdentityIQ Work on IAM data models, access reviews, certifications, and entitlement analysis Analyze large identity datasets and derive insights related to access governance Support convergence of identity platforms across organizations Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IAM analysts, engineers, security teams) Investigate access issues (joiner/mover/leaver scenarios) and remediation efforts Work independently while contributing to a team-based delivery model Required Skills & Experience Strong SailPoint IdentityIQ experience (mandatory) Solid background in Identity & Access Management (IAM) Experience with cybersecurity concepts, identity governance, and access controls Ability to work with large datasets and understand identity data relationships Familiarity with IAM integrations such as SSO, secrets vaults, and access logs Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Preferred Qualifications Big Data or Machine Learning exposure within IAM platforms Experience supporting identity platform migrations or convergence projects Prior Capital One or large financial services experience