Identity Management Consultant

Job: -Microsoft Entra Identity & Access Management

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Microsoft Entra Identity & Access Management (IAM) to design, implement, and support enterprise identity solutions. The role will drive identity governance, authentication, authorization, privileged access, and Zero Trust initiatives while ensuring secure and compliant access across cloud and hybrid environments.

Key Responsibilities

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• Design, implement, and manage Microsoft Entra ID and hybrid identity solutions.
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• Configure and administer Conditional Access, MFA, Passwordless Authentication, SSO, Identity Protection, and Privileged Identity Management (PIM).
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• Implement Identity Governance capabilities, including Access Reviews, Entitlement Management, Access Packages, and Lifecycle Workflows.
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• Integrate enterprise and SaaS applications using SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and SCIM.
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• Manage Microsoft Entra Connect, directory synchronization, and identity lifecycle processes.
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• Automate IAM operations using PowerShell and Microsoft Graph API.
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• Monitor identity security posture, investigate access-related incidents, and ensure compliance with security and audit requirements.
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• Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver secure identity solutions and provide technical guidance.
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Required Skills

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• 8+ years of experience in Identity & Access Management, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in Microsoft Entra ID.
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• Strong expertise in Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, MFA, PIM, Identity Governance, and Identity Protection.
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• Experience with Azure AD Connect, Microsoft Graph API, PowerShell, and hybrid identity environments.
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• Strong knowledge of authentication and authorization protocols, including SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, LDAP, and Kerberos.
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• Experience integrating enterprise applications with Microsoft Entra ID.
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• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
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Preferred Certifications

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• Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300)
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• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100)
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• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security certification
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Preferred Experience

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• Zero Trust architecture and cloud security.
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• Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Identity, and Microsoft 365 security technologies.
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• IAM automation and large-scale enterprise identity transformation projects.
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