IAM Engineer

IAM Engineer

The IAM Engineer will work with Microsoft Entra  (Azure AD), Active Directory, and Single Sign-On (SSO) technologies to enable secure user access and enforce the principle of least privilege across various platforms and applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in identity and access management and be able to support and troubleshoot complex IAM-related issues.

Essential Functions:

• IAM Implementation and Administration:
• Assist in designing, configuring, and managing the IAM framework using Microsoft Entra  (Azure AD), Active Directory, and SSO technologies.
• Ensure alignment of IAM policies and processes with business and security requirements.
• Active Directory and Entra :
• Support the administration and maintenance of Active Directory forests, domains, trusts, and replication models.
• Manage and optimize Microsoft Entra , including MFA, conditional access, and identity protection.
• Ensure high availability, scalability, and security of directory services.
• SSO Configuration and Support:
• Configure and support SSO solutions using protocols like SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect.
• Integrate SSO with cloud and on-premises applications to provide seamless authentication and secure access.
• Security and Compliance:
• Enforce security best practices, including role-based access control (RBAC), access policies, and identity governance.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards, such as PCI, NIST, and 201 CMR 17.
• Conduct regular risk assessments, security reviews, and audits to ensure a secure IAM environment.
• Identity Lifecycle Management:
• Manage user provisioning, de-provisioning, and access reviews across systems and applications.
• Automate and improve IAM workflows to enhance efficiency and security.
• Technical Support and
  
  Collaboration:
• Troubleshoot and resolve IAM-related issues, including SSO failures and directory integration issues.
• Work closely with cybersecurity, IT, and application teams to ensure seamless identity and access management.
• Provide technical guidance to other teams on IAM best practices.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for IAM configurations and processes.
• Report IAM performance and issues to senior management and stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Must be able to travel to Lottery offices statewide and/or other locations, as required.
• Ability to provide on-call support for IAM issues during critical events.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM) with a focus on Microsoft Entra  (Azure AD), Active Directory, and SSO integration.
• Experience with SSO technologies including SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect.
• Strong understanding of Active Directory architecture, including forests, domains, trusts, and replication.
• Hands-on experience with MFA, conditional access policies, and identity protection.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks such as PCI, 201 CMR 17, and NIST.
• Experience in identity lifecycle management, including provisioning, de-provisioning, and access reviews.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with IAM systems.
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Solutions Architect Expert, CISSP, or Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM) preferred.

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