Azure / IDAM Platform Engineer

Azure / IDAM Platform Engineer
100% Remote EST working hours (no west coast candidates)
Longterm

Required Skills : Active Directory Azure Entra ID Kerberos Experience with Windows and Linux Experience with a configuration management system, such as Ansible, Salt, Chef, or Puppet
Additional SkillsScripting for automation

Job Description
Description: Design, build and implement a reimagining of how we collaborate with our customers and partners. Within this role, you will lead the architectural design and implementation planning of Active Directory, Azure, and Unix Kerberos.



Responsibilities:
Technical hands-on engineering and management of Active Directory, Azure Entra ID, and Kerberos.
Responsible for design, development and operationalization of enterprise scale security services.
Writing tooling to automate repetitive tasks.
Customizing reports for audit and re-certifications, and integration with firm standard re-certification and review systems.
Develop robust functionality in a complex, distributed systems codebase.
Support and maintain existing functionalities and on-board new functionalities to existing applications.
Be able to work independently to contribute to a large team delivering solutions to meet the needs of executive management as well as the general employee population.


Qualifications:
A track record of successful engineering, deployment, and management of Microsoft Active Directory, Azure (ex: Entra ID), and Kerberos.
Scripting and Programming: Skills in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) and programming languages (e.g., Python, Java) for automating tasks and customizing solutions.
Identity and Access Management (IAM): Knowledge of IAM principles and best practices for securing access to resources in these systems.
Expertise and deep understanding of web authentication, DNS sub-systems, TCP/IP, WNS, DHCP, Networking, Containerization, Unix.
Ability to troubleshoot and debug issues in a fast-paced environment in a timely manner.
Ability to multi-task and context switch between various products and services.
Ability to analyze system performance and capacity metrics and tune systems.
Good understanding of building, deploying, and maintaining applications in an enterprise environment.
Deep understanding of how to build fault tolerance and scalability into enterprise systems.
Strong understanding of UI concepts and implementation.
Experience with microservices and orchestration.
Detail oriented with creative problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to be an outstanding team player.
Resolve complex issues related to Active Directory, Azure, and Kerberos authentication. Provide support for related incidents and problems.



Preferred:
Experience with Azure Entra ID
Experience with Kerberos
Experience with Windows and Linux
Experience with a configuration management system, such as Ansible, Salt, Chef, or Puppet



Soft Skills:
Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and clients to understand requirements and explain technical concepts.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues and find solutions.
Collaboration: Capacity to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams to deliver solutions.
Attention to Detail: Being detail-oriented to ensure the accuracy and security of identity and access management configurations.
Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies in a rapidly evolving cloud environment.
Documentation: Skill in documenting configurations, processes, and procedures for knowledge sharing and future reference.
Project Management: Basic understanding of project management principles to manage tasks, timelines, and deliverables effectively.