IAM Architect (Entra ID-Focused) Hybrid in Plano

Req ID: 385475

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We are currently seeking a IAM Architect (Entra ID-Focused) Hybrid in Plano to join our team in Plano, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

Role Summary:

The Senior IAM Architect will define and deliver enterprise identity strategy and architecture, lead SailPoint IGA and CyberArk PAM design and integrations, architect Entra ID identity and conditional access models, and own PKI and certificate lifecycle strategy. This role partners with Security, Cloud, DevOps, and Application teams to ensure identity‑centric, auditable, and automated controls across the organization. 

**Must be willing to work in a hybrid setting (2-3 days in the office) in Dallas, TX.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architectural Leadership -Define IAM target state, roadmaps, and standards covering IGA, PAM, Access Management, and PKI; produce architecture artifacts and governance models.
• SailPoint IGA Ownership - Design role models, entitlement mappings, connector strategy, reconciliation, and certification campaigns; guide complex integrations with HR and business applications.
• CyberArk PAM Strategy - Architect vault topology, privileged session controls, credential rotation, and onboarding patterns for service and privileged accounts.
• Entra ID and Cloud Identity - Design Entra ID/Azure AD identity flows, conditional access, B2B/B2C scenarios, and hybrid sync patterns; align cloud IAM across Azure, AWS, and GCP.
• PKI and Certificate Automation - Define PKI trust model, certificate issuance/renewal automation, and integration with DevOps pipelines and service identities.
• Automation and Iac- Drive SCIM/SAML/OIDC connector automation, Terraform/IaC for identity infrastructure, and scripting to reduce manual provisioning.
• Risk, Compliance, and Audit- Ensure audit readiness, lead access review programs, and translate regulatory requirements into technical controls.
• Mentorship and Delivery - Lead technical teams, review designs, and mentor L1–L3 engineers to raise operational maturity.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years in IAM architecture, engineering, and/or senior technical delivery roles.
• Proven hands‑on experience with SailPoint and CyberArk implementations.
• Deep expertise in Entra ID / Azure AD, Identity federation, conditional access, and hybrid identity patterns.
• Strong knowledge of PKI design and certificate lifecycle automation.
• Proficiency with identity protocols (SCIM, SAML, OAuth/OIDC), and automation tools (PowerShell, Python, Terraform).
• Experience with ITSM (ServiceNow), CI/CD integration, and audit evidence delivery.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Certifications: **SailPoint**, **CyberArk**, **Microsoft Identity/Entra**, **CISSP**
• Experience integrating HR systems (Workday) and securing cloud native workloads (Kubernetes RBAC, secrets management). 

Ideal Soft Skills and Logistics : 
- Strong communicator able to influence senior stakeholders and translate business needs into secure identity designs.  
- Analytical leader -with a track record of driving automation, reducing risk, and improving audit posture.

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for U.S.-based positions. The starting pay range for this remote role is $116,000-$164,000 . This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.

This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. If the position offered in temporary, the position will not be eligible for incentive compensation.

This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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