IAM Active Directory Entra ID Architect
VF Corporation - Denver, CO
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VF Corporation VF Corporation outfits consumers around the world with its diverse portfolio of iconic outdoor and activity-based lifestyle and workwear brands. At VF, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity. As a purpose-led, performance-driven company, we are committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, and action. What will you do? A day in the life of an IAM Active Directory Entra ID Architect at VF looks a little like this: Lead the evaluation, design, and development of Active Directory & Azure Active Directory technical requirements, solutions, and implementation roadmap to ensure functional, reliable, secure, and cost-effective technology environment. Develop and enforce IAM policies, standards, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Ensure continuous improvement within the IAM security architecture by introducing and implementing emerging security technologies and practices. Provide technical advice, guidance, expertise, and risk analysis to global project and operational teams. Translate requirements into an Architectural design and influence the deployment of key infrastructure components. Maintain a thorough understanding of existing and emerging Microsoft Entra ID and related core technologies. Analyze the current Azure Active Directory environment to identify both technical and operational challenges while making recommendations and developing solutions for improvement. Maintain and optimize on-premises Active Directory (AD) infrastructure, including DNS, GPOs, and domain controllers. Participate in or lead complex or high severity troubleshooting and incident/problem resolutions with other infrastructure teams. Evaluate and ensure the resolution of technically complex security issues, internal control issues, critical incidents, and/or crisis resolution management, escalating as necessary. Implement and enforce Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and security best practices across user accounts and devices. Develop and manage integrations using the Microsoft Graph API for automation and custom applications, enabling advanced capabilities across Microsoft 365 services. Create custom scripts to automate administrative tasks and data retrieval from the Graph API, enhancing operational efficiency. Write and maintain Advanced PowerShell scripts to automate user and resource provisioning, reporting, and service configurations across Entra ID and Active Directory. Implement and maintain security best practices. What do you need to succeed? Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. 10+ years of relevant working experience in IT Security and IT Architecture. 7+ years of experience with Active Directory architecture and infrastructure, with an in-depth understanding of Active Directory Replication, DNS, Site Links, Site Topology, Group Policy, Global Catalogs, and other core infrastructure components. 3+ years of experience with Azure Active Directory architecture and design. 5+ years of experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM) processes and technologies. Proven expertise in designing and implementing IAM solutions in complex environments, preferably Saviynt. Expertise in managing Azure AD/Entra, including Conditional Access, MFA, security best practices, hybrid environments, GPO's, On-Premises Active Directory Migrations, and Azure AD Connect. Experience with Microsoft Graph API for data retrieval and automation across Azure AAD. In-depth knowledge of identity governance, authentication, authorization, and federation, including MFA, SSO, and PAM. Understanding of federation technologies (WS-Fed, OAuth, SAML, etc.). Proven knowledge in managing Active Directory 2016/2019/2022 infrastructure for the Enterprise. Strong experience in PowerShell and Microsoft Graph API is required. Knowledgeable of Microsoft Security Stack: Defender for Office 365, Defender for Identity, Defender for Cloud Apps, Entra ID, Microsoft Purview Information Protection, Data Loss Prevention, and Compliance Center Experience including - Litigation Hold, Retention, and eDiscovery. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate are considered an asset. What do we offer you? At VF, we know you expect as much from us as we do from you. That is why we make a commitment to support and grow our people. We offer extensive development and growth opportunities for your current and future positions, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Our commitment extends beyond this and into your daily work life. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity. The application deadline for this position is February 25, 2025. Hiring Range : $101,952.00 USD - $127,440.00 USD annually #J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-03-04