Technical Architect Entra

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KēSTA I.T is actively seeking a Technical Architect foran immediate contract engagement with our government client.

Work Location: This position is Hybrid

Job Description:

We Are Seeking a skilled Microsoft Entra ID Architect to design, implement, and manage identity and access management solutions across the enterprise. This role involves working closely with IT operations, security teams, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable and secure identity solutions. The ideal candidate will define architecture standards, implement best practices, and ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with IT operations, security teams, and stakeholders to design scalable and secure identity solutions using Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory.

• Establish architecture standards, reference architectures, and best practices for identity and access management.

• Conduct architecture reviews, assess technical feasibility, and recommend solutions that meet business and compliance requirements.

• Lead the implementation and configuration of Azure Active Directory services, including user provisioning, authentication, single sign-on (SSO), and multi-factor authentication (MFA).

• Integrate Entra ID and Active Directory components with third-party applications to enable seamless user access and authentication.

• Configure Entra ID Connect for directory synchronization and identity federation with on-premises Active Directory environments.

• Define and implement identity governance policies, role-based access control (RBAC) models, and entitlement management workflows.

• Implement security controls such as conditional access policies, identity protection, and privileged identity management (PIM).

• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and audits to identify and remediate security risks related to Entra ID configurations.

• Automate identity lifecycle management processes, including user provisioning, deprovisioning, and account lifecycle policies.

• Implement self-service capabilities for users, such as password reset and group management, to enhance user experience.

• Monitor identity-related events and metrics to detect and respond to security incidents and anomalous behavior.

• Work with cross-functional teams, including developers, system administrators, and security analysts, to integrate identity solutions.

• Provide training, mentorship, and guidance on Entra ID best practices and capabilities.

• Stay updated on Entra ID developments, new features, and industry trends, sharing knowledge to drive continuous improvement.

Required Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in architecting, implementing, and managing identity and access management solutions using Microsoft Azure Active Directory.

• Expertise in Microsoft Azure services, including Entra ID, Entra ID Connect, Entra ID B2B/B2C, Azure Multi-Factor Authentication, and Azure Identity Protection.

• Strong knowledge of identity standards and protocols such as OAuth, OpenID Connect, SAML, LDAP, and Kerberos.

• Experience with identity governance frameworks, RBAC models, and cloud-based security best practices.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels.

Available Benefits:

• Medical Benefits (Platinum level plans available)

• Work from home / Hybrid / Onsite options

• PTO

• Holiday Pay

• VTO

• 401K

• Charitable Match

• Training reimbursement

About KēSTA I.T.:

Our name says it all; KēSTA I.T. (Keys-to-I.T.) AND our people are our keys to our success.

KēSTA I.T. is a premier Utah-based technical staffing and consulting services firm. We specialize in temporary and permanent placement of Software, Hardware, Network, Cloud, CRM/ERP, Data, End-User support, Web and Executive / leadership-based positions on a full time and consulting basis.

If you're interested in a role where top performance is rewarded, personal time is valued, and excellence is demanded at every level we want to talk to you today.

Where do you want to go? We've got the keys. KēSTA I.T.