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ENTRA ID ARCHITECT - US FLEXIBLE
Purpose of Position

We are seeking an experienced Entra ID Architect to design, implement, and manage identity and access solutions within our Microsoft ecosystem. This role will be responsible for architecting secure identity management strategies for a hybrid cloud environment that integrates on-premises Active Directory with Entra ID (formerly Azure AD). The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in authentication, access control, conditional access policies, and identity security best practices.

 

Essential Functions:

  • Identity & Access Management (IAM): 
    • Design and implement identity solutions.
    • Implement and maintain Entra ID for user authentication, role-based access control (RBAC), and privileged access management (PAM).
  • Hybrid Identity Integration: 
    • Architect solutions that integrate on-premises Active Directory with Entra ID for seamless authentication and access control.
  • Security & Compliance: 
    • Develop and enforce security policies for identity protection.
    • Implement and maintain MFA.
    • Write and implement conditional access policies.
    • Configure Just in Time (JIT) provisioning for third party applications. 
  • Authentication & Federation: 
    • Configure and manage authentication protocols such as SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect for single sign-on (SSO) solutions.
    • Identify and implement provisioning methods such as SAML, JIT and API based methods tailored to the needs of third party applications.
  • Zero Trust Implementation: 
    • Lead the adoption of Zero Trust security principles.
    • Design and implement risk-based access policies. and continuous authentication methods.
  • Entra ID Governance: 
    • Manage identity lifecycle policies, self-service password resets, access reviews, and auditing to ensure compliance.
  • Automation & Scripting: 
    • Develop scripts and automation processes using PowerShell and Microsoft Graph API to manage identity services efficiently.
    • Maintain documentation and revision control for those scripts in the interest of security and team collaboration.
  • Incident Response & Troubleshooting: 
    • Diagnose and resolve identity-related security incidents and authentication failures.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: 
    • Work closely with IT security, infrastructure, and application teams to align identity management with business requirements.
  • Documentation & Training: 
    • Maintain system documentation and provide training to internal teams on identity management best practices.

 

Education & Experience:

  • Required Expertise:
    • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
    • Experience: 5+ years of experience in identity and access management (IAM), with expertise in Entra ID and Active Directory.
    • Certifications (Preferred):
      • Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300)
      • Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)
      • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) (preferred)
  • Desired Technical Skills:
    • Deep knowledge of Entra ID, Active Directory, and hybrid identity models.
    • Experience with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Conditional Access, and Identity Protection.
    • Strong understanding of security best practices for identity management.
    • Familiarity with Azure AD B2B/B2C and external identity federation.
    • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Graph API and PowerShell scripting.
    • Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR.
  • General Competencies:
    • Basic understanding of manufacturing and accounting principles.
    • Experience with helpdesk and ticketing systems is desirable.
    • Familiarity with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines.
    • Experience with hybrid cloud solutions integrating Azure with on-premises systems.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to optimization.
  • Communication and Analytical Skills:
    • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including cross-functional collaboration.
    • Must be detail-oriented with strong analytical and critical thinking skills, able to meet deadlines consistently.

 

This role is ideal for a proactive IT professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is passionate about optimizing and securing cloud platforms to support business operations.

 

Salary Range: $140,000.00 To $180,000.00 DOE

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