Senior Consultant - Active Directory & Entra Expert

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Senior Consultant – Entra  & Active Directory Expert

• Design, implement, administer, and optimize Microsoft Entra –centric identity solutions in cloud-first and hybrid environments, with on‑premises Active Directory as a supporting component
• Lead and deliver modern identity and access management (IAM) solutions based on Microsoft Entra , aligned with Zero Trust principles
• Implement and manage modern authentication and authorization capabilities, including:
  • Conditional Access
  • MFA and passwordless authentication
  • Identity Protection and risk‑based access controls
• Design and deploy Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) capabilities within Entra :
  • Joiner / Mover / Leaver (JML) processes
  • Access packages and access reviews
  • Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
• Design, implement, and support hybrid identity architectures, including synchronization and coexistence scenarios between Entra  on‑premises Active Directory
• Support identity transformation initiatives, including:
  • Transition from legacy AD‑centric models to cloud‑based identity
  • AD rationalization, cleanup, and consolidation as part of Entra
  • Reduction of legacy authentication protocols and technical debt
• Provide guidance and hands‑on support in Active Directory where required, including:
  • AD DS administration (users, groups, computers)
  • Group Policy design and troubleshooting
  • OU structure and delegation of administration
  • DNS and replication health monitoring
• Support identity security and posture improvement activities, including:
  • AD and Entra  hardening
  • Tiering models and privileged access controls
  • Health checks, risk assessments, and remediation planning
• Collaborate with cloud, security, and infrastructure teams to deliver end‑to‑end identity solutions
• Act as a technical lead and subject matter expert during client engagements, workshops, and architecture discussions
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to internal EY standards, accelerators, and best practices
• EY.AI – In this role, your capabilities are augmented by artificial intelligence. Using EYQ and other AI‑powered tools, you will enhance analyses, insights, and solution design to deliver greater value for clients.

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in Microsoft Entra  enterprise IAM solutions, preferably in complex or hybrid environments
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Entra , including:
  • Conditional Access design and policy modelling
  • MFA and passwordless authentication
  • Identity Protection and risk‑based controls
  • Role‑Based Access Control (RBAC) and least‑privilege models
• Solid understanding of identity lifecycle management, governance concepts, and Zero Trust architecture
• Proven experience with hybrid identity scenarios, including:
  • Microsoft Entra Connect / Cloud Sync
  • Synchronization and coexistence troubleshooting
  • Hybrid authentication flows
• Good working knowledge of Active Directory, including:
  • AD DS fundamentals
  • Group Policy
  • AD replication, DNS, FSMO roles, and trusts
• Understanding of modern authentication and federation protocols (OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, SAML)
• Experience working in consulting or professional services environments
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

• Experience with AD forest/domain migrations, consolidations, or carve‑outs
• Power Shell scripting for Entra  AD automation
• Experience with identity and AD security tools (e.g. Microsoft Defender for Identity, Purple Knight, Ping Castle)
• Familiarity with regulatory and security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, SOX)

• Professional and financial support in obtaining recognized qualifications and certificates
• EY Badges - global certification of your competencies and the opportunity to earn an MBA title from the prestigious Hult University
• Career Counselor - professional, one‑to‑one guidance on career building and development
• Innovate EY - unique programmes where you can create your own start‑up using our know‑how and funding
• Psycho‑educational platform - a package of free consultations with specialists in the broad field of mental…