Role: Microsoft Entra Architect + MS Intune
Location: Remote (PST)
Duration: 40-80 hours max
Overview: We are looking for an experienced Microsoft Entra Architect to lead the design, deployment, and management of secure, scalable identity and access management (IAM) solutions. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in Microsoft Entra (Azure AD) services, including SSO, Adaptive MFA, LDAP services, and SAML 2.0 connectors, alongside proficiency in configuring Microsoft Intune. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless user access, compliance with security requirements, and integration with third-party applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive architecture reviews to ensure IAM solutions meet business needs and align with security standards.
- Lead the implementation and configuration of Microsoft Entra ID (Azure Active Directory) services.
- Integrate Entra ID and Active Directory with third-party applications to deliver seamless user access experiences.
- Configure Adaptive MFA, SSO services for the organization
- Configure Entra ID Connect for directory synchronization with on-premises Active Directory environments.
- Define and enforce identity governance policies and role-based access control (RBAC) models.
- Implement advanced security controls and monitoring mechanisms for Azure AD
- Perform security assessments and audits to identify and mitigate risks effectively.
- Design and automate identity lifecycle management processes for improved efficiency.
- Implement 0 configurations for third party application sync and authentication
- Develop and implement self-service capabilities to enhance the user experience, including password reset process.
- Provide guidance on Entra ID best practices to internal teams.
- Stay up-to-date on Entra ID updates, evolving identity standards, and industry best practices.
Qualifications:
- At least 5+ years of experience architecting and managing Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) solutions.
- Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Entra services, including SSO, Adaptive MFA, LDAP, and SAML 2.0 connectors.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Intune for tenant setup, device management, and policy configurations.
- Strong understanding of identity standards and protocols, such as OAuth, OpenID Connect, and SAML.
- Experience with identity governance frameworks and security best practices for cloud-based solutions.
- Exceptional problem-solving and collaboration skills with a proven ability to work in cross-functional teams.
- Relevant certifications, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, are a plus.
