Identity and Access Management (IAM) Architect

Identity and Access Management (IAM) Architect (Contractor) Role Overview: Seeking an experienced IAM Architect to lead and manage the design, implementation, and maintenance of Identity Management (IDM), Identity Governance, Privileged Access Management (PAM), Microsoft Entra (Azure AD), and Active Directory environments. The IAM Architect will establish identity lifecycle processes and ensure compliance with security best practices. Key Responsibilities: Design and manage the architecture of the Microsoft Entra (Azure AD) and on-premises AD environments, ensuring alignment with security standards and best practices. Manage and optimize groups, roles, and permissions within Entra, AD, and related applications to ensure efficient and secure access control across the enterprise. Ensure the security of Microsoft Entra (Azure AD) and AD environments by implementing required security hardening policies, conditional access, Privileged Access Management (PAM), and role-based access control (RBAC). Implement monitoring tools and establish auditing processes to track changes and anomalies in identity, access, and group policies, ensuring a proactive security posture. Lead the architecture, deployment, and optimization of IAM tools (e.g., Microfocus NetIQ, SailPoint, Saviynt, or similar platforms) to manage user identities, roles, and entitlements across the organization. Support the development, implementation, and optimization of user provisioning, de-provisioning, and access reviews, ensuring proper role assignments and automation of identity governance processes. Support defining and enforcement of IAM policies, including least privilege access, segregation of duties (SoD), and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and internal policies. Develop, maintain, and approve documentation of the environment architecture, procedures, and processes required for lifecycle maintenance. Use PowerShell to develop complex scripts and programs to support and automate administration and maintenance activities across all environments. Evaluate alternative technologies and architectures in relation to infrastructure needs. Work with Scrum Master to create a plan and map deliverables. Skills: Deep understanding of IAM best practices, identity lifecycle management, and role-based access control (RBAC). Strong expertise in managing Microsoft Entra (Azure AD), Active Directory, and related security protocols (OAuth, SAML, Kerberos, etc.). Experience with Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solutions and implementing access review, role management, and policy enforcement. Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX, PCI DSS). Possess a thorough understanding of enterprise networks, LAN & WAN technologies, and virtualization. Excellent communication skills required to interface with management and vendors to develop and implement new solutions to meet business requirements. Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM), focusing on Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) tools. Extensive experience with Microsoft Entra (Azure AD) and Active Directory architecture, design, and management. Proven experience with identity governance solutions (e.g., OpenText Microfocus, SailPoint, Saviynt, or similar tools). 3B Staffing LLC