Cloud IAM Architect

AGM Tech Solutions, on behalf of the Client, is hiring a Cloud Identity and Access Management Engineer.

Location: 100% Remote
Position Title: Cloud Identity and Access Management Engineer

Position Summary:

As a Cloud IAM Expert, you will be instrumental in driving our organization's transition to a cloud-first identity and access management strategy. You will leverage your expertise in Entra ID and Active Directory to ensure a seamless migration of our identity infrastructure to the cloud while maintaining robust security and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Cloud Migration Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive cloud migration plan for our identity and access management systems, focusing on Entra ID as the primary cloud-based solution.
Hybrid Identity Management: Implement and manage hybrid identity solutions to bridge the gap between on-premises and cloud-based identity infrastructures during the migration process.
Entra ID Adoption: Lead the adoption of Entra ID within our organization, providing guidance and support to teams as they transition to the cloud-based identity platform.
Directory Synchronization: Configure and manage directory synchronization between on-premises Active Directory and Entra ID to ensure data consistency and real-time updates.
Cloud-Native IAM Features: Leverage cloud-native IAM features, such as Azure AD Connect Health, Conditional Access, and Privileged Identity Management, to enhance security and improve operational efficiency.
Cloud Security Best Practices: Adhere to cloud security best practices and industry standards to protect our identity infrastructure in the cloud.
Automation and Orchestration: Utilize automation tools and scripting languages to streamline IAM processes and reduce manual effort, especially during the migration phase.
Cost Optimization: Identify and implement cost-saving measures related to cloud-based IAM solutions, including rightsizing resources and optimizing usage patterns


Skills: Technical Skills:

Cloud Platforms: Deep understanding of cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform, including their IAM services and capabilities.
Identity and Access Management: Expertise in identity and access management concepts, protocols (e.g., SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect), and frameworks (e.g., RBAC, ABAC).
Directory Services: Proficiency in Active Directory and other directory services.
Automation: Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for automating IAM and migration tasks.
Networking: Understanding of networking concepts, protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS), and firewalls.

Specific Skills Related to Cloud Migration:

Migration Planning: Experience in planning and executing cloud migration projects, including risk assessment and data migration strategies.
Hybrid Environments: Understanding of hybrid environments and the challenges associated with managing identity across on-premises and cloud resources.
Cloud-Native Tools: Proficiency in using cloud-native IAM tools and services.

Additional Perks:

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