Job Purpose The Entra ID Architect will be responsible for designing and owning Microsoft Entra ID / IAM architecture across cloud and hybrid settings. The role will lead identity modernization, security, governance, integration, automation, and architectural initiatives while providing advanced technical support and mentoring IAM teams.

Key Responsibilities

Identity & IAM Architecture
Design and own Microsoft Entra ID / IAM architecture for cloud and hybrid environments.
Architect solutions for SSO, MFA, Conditional Access, PIM, RBAC/ABAC, and identity lifecycle management.
Design and manage Hybrid Identity using Entra ID Connect, Cloud Sync, and ADFS.

Application Integration & Security
Integrate enterprise applications using SAML, OAuth 2.0, and OIDC.
Drive Zero Trust, identity security, governance, and compliance initiatives.
Support IAM modernization and implementation of identity security best practices.

Automation & Technical Support
Develop IAM automation using PowerShell and Microsoft Graph API.
Provide L3 architectural support for complex identity and access-related issues.




Support troubleshooting and resolution of critical IAM challenges.

Architecture & Governance
Lead architecture reviews, technical governance, and IAM modernization initiatives.
Prepare HLD/LLD documents, architecture roadmaps, technical standards, and related documentation.
Collaborate with customer stakeholders and leadership to ensure alignment with business and technical requirements.

Team Leadership
Mentor and guide IAM engineers and support capability development.
Work closely with cross-functional technical teams and customer stakeholders.

Operations & Availability
Support 24x7 operations, including rotational shifts and on-call support, as required.

Preferred Candidate Profile The ideal candidate should have robust hands-on experience in Microsoft Entra ID and IAM architecture, with proven expertise in cloud/hybrid identity, enterprise application integration, identity security, automation, and architecture governance. Experience working with customer stakeholders and leading IAM modernization initiatives will be valuable.

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