Position Overview: This role will be responsible for designing, configuring, and supporting cloud and edge server platform infrastructure, with a strong focus on identity management and security. This role involves managing Active Directory, EntraID, cloud services, and security controls, as well as exploring new technologies and developing innovative solutions to meet infrastructure needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day operations of Active Directory and EntraID infrastructure.
- Lead and support Privileged Identity Management (PIM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) strategy, including policy configuration and enforcement (e.g., MFA) for both on-premises and cloud systems.
- Support global security initiatives, securing key resources like Active Directory, DNS, PKI, ADFS, and NPS.
- Implement and manage cloud-based systems (IaaS, PaaS, DaaS, DRaaS) across Microsoft Azure and AWS platforms.
- Ensure cloud security, including identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and network security controls.
- Collaborate with IT teams to define cloud strategy, architecture, and best practices.
- Conduct security, performance, and availability tests for critical systems.
- Develop and maintain documentation for identity management and cloud processes.
- Train and guide teams on cloud and identity implementation and management.
- Optimize cloud costs by adjusting resources and implementing cost allocation strategies.
- Provide backup and recovery support for cloud resources as needed.
Qualifications:
- BS/BA in Information Technology or related field with 7+ years of IT experience.
- Strong expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and security configurations.
- Hands-on experience with cloud management (IaaS, PaaS) and cloud security best practices across AWS and Azure.
- Advanced knowledge of ADFS, Azure SSO, NPS, Radius authentication, and PKI Certificate Authorities.
- Familiarity with disaster recovery strategies, networking concepts (VPN, VNet, firewalls), and cloud services (Azure, AWS).
- Proficient in automation using Azure/AWS CLI, PowerShell, and Python.
- ITIL knowledge for incident, request, and change management.
- Experience with Microsoft Remote Desktop Services, Azure Virtual Desktop, or AWS Workspaces.
- Familiarity with monitoring tools like Azure Monitor, AWS CloudWatch, and Log Analytics.
- Cloud certifications (Azure, AWS) are a plus.
