Sr. Mobile Authentication Integration Engineer - US Citizen & DoD Clearance Req

Overview

Job Description

Vissat is seeking a highly experienced Mobile Authentication Integration Engineer to support the Department of Defense's next-generation enterprise Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) platform.

This role specializes in native mobile identity integration for a Federal customer's secure mobility and authentication programs, focusing on phishing-resistant authentication, enterprise identity workflows, and secure SDK integrations into native iOS and Android applications. Please note that this position emphasizes enterprise identity engineering rather than traditional UI or consumer app development.

Responsibilities

• Integrate Okta Identity Engine (OIE) Embedded SDKs into native iOS and Android applications in compliance with Federal identity requirements
• Implement OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), PKCE, token lifecycle management, and secure session handling
• Develop secure mobile authentication, identity enrollment, and account recovery workflows aligned with Federal digital identity standards
• Implement FIDO2/WebAuthn, passkeys, and other phishing-resistant authentication mechanisms
• Integrate CAC/PIV, Purebred, and other government-issued mobile credentials
• Manage secure storage of credentials and tokens using iOS Keychain and Android Keystore
• Implement device registration, trusted device policies, and mobile biometric authentication (Face ID, Touch ID, Android Biometrics)
• Apply mobile application security controls including OWASP Mobile Top 10, certificate pinning, TLS configuration, and secure network communication
• Troubleshoot authentication, SDK, API, and mobile platform integration issues
• Design mobile enrollment workflows compliant with NIST SP 800-63
• Implement secure application routing using Universal Links and Android App Links.
• Implement proxy user experiences supporting dependent access.
• Design seamless in-app authentication experiences eliminating browser redirects.
• Support integration of native mobile applications with enterprise IAM/CIAM systems used across Federal agencies
• Ensure compliance with NIST SP 800‑63 Digital Identity Guidelines and Zero Trust authentication principles
• Participate in Agile development processes, DevSecOps pipelines, and CI/CD workflows
• Collaborate with Federal cybersecurity, identity management, and mobile engineering teams to ensure secure delivery of mobile identity capabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline; or equivalent experience
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Extensive experience in native iOS development using Swift
• Extensive experience in native Android development using Kotlin/Java
• Hands-on experience integrating Okta Identity Engine (OIE) Embedded SDKs into native applications
• Strong understanding of OAuth 2.0, OIDC, PKCE, and secure token management
• Experience implementing FIDO2/WebAuthn, passkeys, and other phishing-resistant authentication methods
• Knowledge of mobile identity enrollment, account recovery, and secure credential storage techniques
• Experience integrating RESTful APIs and enterprise backend identity services
• Familiarity with CAC/PIV, Purebred, and other Federal mobile credentials
• Background in mobile security including OWASP Mobile Top 10, certificate pinning, and TLS
• Experience with CI/CD systems, automated testing, and mobile release management
• Strong troubleshooting skills across authentication flows, SDK integrations, and mobile platforms
• Experience supporting enterprise or Federal mobile authentication solutions
• Knowledge of NIST SP 800‑63 Digital Identity Guidelines
• Understanding of Zero Trust authentication principles
• Experience with Agile development and Git-based workflow

Certification:

Security + Certification

Preferred Clearance:

Secret Clearance

Pay: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Security clearance:

• Confidential (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote