Roles and Responsibilities:

1. IAM Strategy and Architecture:

o Develop and implement IAM strategies and architectures for hybrid environments,

integrating on-premises and cloud-based solutions.

o Design IAM frameworks that support scalability, flexibility, and compliance with security

standards.

2. Active Directory and Azure AD Management:

o Oversee the management, optimization, and security of on-premises Active Directory

environments.

o Administer Azure AD environments, ensuring seamless integration with on-premises AD.

o Design and implement policies, group structures, and access controls for both Active

Directory and Azure AD.

3. Azure Cloud Security:

o Implement and manage security controls in Azure, including Azure Security Center, Azure

Policy, and Azure Sentinel.

o Collaborate with the cloud security team to enhance Azure security posture and

compliance.

o Monitor and respond to security incidents in Azure environments.

4. Identity Lifecycle Management:

o Develop and implement identity lifecycle management processes for both on-premises

and cloud-based identities.

o Automate user provisioning, de-provisioning, and access reviews to ensure efficiency and

accuracy.

5. Single Sign-On (SSO) and Federation:

o Design and implement SSO solutions for seamless user authentication across on-premises

and cloud applications.

o Configure and manage federated identity solutions, ensuring secure access to cloud

resources.

6. Cloud Access Controls:

o Design and implement access controls for Azure resources, including role-based access

control (RBAC).

o Ensure least privilege access principles are applied to cloud identities.

7. IAM Integration with Azure Services:

o Integrate IAM solutions with Azure services, such as Azure AD, Azure Key Vault, and Azure

Monitor.

o Collaborate with application owners and cloud development teams to implement IAM

controls in Azure-native applications.

8. Incident Response and Cloud Security Monitoring:

o Lead IAM-related incident response efforts in both on-premises and cloud environments.

o Utilize Azure Security Center and other tools for proactive monitoring and detection of

security incidents in the cloud.

9. Documentation and Knowledge Transfer:

o Document IAM and Azure Cloud Security processes, configurations, and best practices.

o Conduct knowledge transfer sessions for team members and stakeholders.

10. Collaboration and Leadership:

o Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, security, compliance, and cloud

operations.

o Provide leadership and mentorship to junior team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.

• Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management with a focus on Active Directory and

Azure AD.

• Proficient in Azure Cloud Security with relevant certifications (e.g., AZ-500, CISSP, etc.).

• Strong scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Python, etc.).

• In-depth knowledge of IAM technologies, cloud security, and Azure services.

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Proven ability to lead and drive IAM and Azure Cloud Security initiatives.

• Up-to-date knowledge of IAM and cloud security trends, threats, and technologies.

• Project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.

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