Job Description

Project Role : Security Architect
Project Role Description : Define the cloud security framework and architecture, ensuring it meets the business requirements and performance goals. Document the implementation of the cloud security controls and transition to cloud security-managed operations.
Must have skills : Identity Access Management (IAM), Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Azure Active Directory
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 3 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education
Summary We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entra ID (Azure AD) & Active Directory Engineer to support day-to-day identity and access management (IAM) operations and assist in implementing Microsoft identity services across the organization. The ideal candidate should have foundational experience with Azure Active Directory, on-prem Active Directory, and identity federation protocols. You will work closely with senior IAM engineers and architects to support identity lifecycle processes, troubleshoot access issues, and maintain secure user access configurations. Roles & Responsibilities o Perform daily administration of Entra ID / Azure Active Directory and on-prem Active Directory, including user and group management. o Assist in configuring and supporting: o Single Sign-On (SSO) integrations o Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) o Conditional Access policies o Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) o Support integration of enterprise and SaaS applications with Entra ID using SAML, OAuth, and OIDC. o Help maintain and troubleshoot Azure AD Connect, Password Hash Sync, and Pass-through Authentication. o Collaborate with senior team members on design documentation, configuration runbooks, and technical knowledge base articles. o Monitor IAM platform health and alert dashboards; escalate issues to appropriate teams. o Assist with basic PowerShell scripting tasks to automate identity-related operations. o Participate in user onboarding/offboarding, access reviews, and entitlement management. o Follow change management and incident response processes for IAM-related tasks. o Stay up-to-date with best practices and evolving identity technologies through self-learning and certifications. Professional & Technical Skills o Strong willingness to learn IAM concepts and cloud security practices. o Good communication and collaboration skills for working with peers and cross-functional teams. o Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to troubleshooting and task ownership. o Ability to follow structured implementation plans and technical documentation. o 2-5 years of hands-on experience in Active Directory / Entra ID: User/group management, app assignment, conditional access basics o Active Directory (AD): User/OU management, basic GPO knowledge o Exposure to SSO, MFA, and cloud identity integrations o Basic understanding of identity federation protocols: SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, OIDC o Familiarity with tools like: o Microsoft 365 Admin Center o Entra Admin Portal o Azure AD Connect o Beginner-level scripting with PowerShell (for automation of IAM tasks) o Awareness of security and compliance principles like least privilege, zero trust, and RBAC o Preferred certifications: SC-900, AZ-900, Microsoft Identity Fundamentals Additional Information: o Minimum 2 or more years' experience in Entra Id And on-premises Active Directory. o This position is based on Pan India o A 15-year full time education is required
15 years full time education
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