37445 | IAM Architect

IAM Architect – Microsoft Entra

Location:

Atlanta, GA (4 days onsite/week)

Job Type:

Contract 6 months with potential to convert and/or extend

Pay: Targeting $70-$85/hr with flexibility as needed

Project Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Identity and Access Management (IAM) Architect to lead the design and implementation of Microsoft Entra as part of our enterprise identity modernization initiative. This role will play a critical part in shaping and securing how users, devices, and applications interact within our hybrid and cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end architecture and deployment of Microsoft Entra, including Entra ID (Azure AD), Entra Permissions Management, and Entra Verified ID
• Develop and own the IAM architecture roadmap, aligning with security, compliance, and user experience goals
• Design and implement identity governance policies, including lifecycle management, role-based access control (RBAC), and Just-In-Time (JIT) access
• Integrate Entra with key business applications (SaaS, custom apps, hybrid systems) using SSO, SAML, OAuth2, and OpenID Connect
• Collaborate with security, infrastructure, HRIS, and application teams to establish identity source-of-truth and synchronization patterns
• Define and enforce multi-factor authentication (MFA), conditional access, and identity protection policies
• Provide leadership on Privileged Identity Management (PIM) and Identity Lifecycle Management
• Document architecture decisions, policies, runbooks, and best practices
• Guide security and IT teams through IAM modernization efforts and change management

Required Skills & Experience:

• 7+ years in Identity and Access Management, with 3+ years focused on Microsoft Entra / Azure AD
• Strong experience in IAM architecture and design for enterprise environments
• Deep knowledge of authentication and authorization protocols (OAuth2, SAML, OIDC)
• Proven success integrating Microsoft Entra with hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructure
• Experience implementing Conditional Access, PIM, SCIM, and Role-Based Access Control
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Entra Identity Governance, Identity Protection, and lifecycle workflows
• Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., SOX, HIPAA, NIST) and their implications on IAM
• Excellent stakeholder communication and cross-functional leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate or Enterprise Administrator Expert
• Experience with Microsoft Entra Permissions Management, Entra Workload ID, and Verified ID
• Background in Zero Trust or cloud-native security architecture
• Experience with PowerShell or automation frameworks for IAM

Why Join Us:

• Be a strategic contributor in a high-impact, enterprise-wide IAM initiative
• Collaborate with cutting-edge teams modernizing identity across cloud and on-prem
• Flexible work environment with a strong focus on innovation and security-first thinking

Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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