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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IAM) Engineer - **Company:** Jobot - **Location:** Houston, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $160,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, Domainkeys Identified Mail, Domain-Based Message Authentication Reporting and Conformance (DMARC), Multi-Factor Authentication, Identity and Access Management, Microsoft Security Essentials, Microsoft Visio, OAuth, OpenID, Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Openid Connect, Azure Active Directory, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Single Sign-On, User Provisioning Software, Enterprise Software Applications, Microsoft Power Automate, Deployment Automation, IronPort, Cisco - **Published:** August 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/1f0f9d62-6870-48d8-acca-5192abef65b1 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. * 5+ years of enterprise Microsoft Entra ID administration. * Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD). * Extensive experience designing enterprise identity solutions. * Deep expertise with: o Conditional Access o Identity Protection o Enterprise Applications o Single Sign-On (SSO) o Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) o Privileged Identity Management (PIM) o Identity Governance o Lifecycle Workflows o Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) * Strong Active Directory administration experience. * Experience supporting hybrid identity environments. * Experience administering Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online. * Strong PowerShell scripting and automation experience. * Experience with Microsoft Graph API. * Strong understanding of Zero Trust architecture. * Experience troubleshooting enterprise authentication issues. * Knowledge of email authentication technologies: o SPF o DKIM o DMARC * Excellent communication and collaboration skills., * Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300). * Microsoft Azure certifications. * Microsoft 365 certifications. * Microsoft Security certifications. * Experience with Microsoft Copilot. * Experience implementing AI-powered operational improvements. * Experience with Cisco IronPort or similar secure email gateway technologies. * Microsoft Visio experience. * Experience supporting large enterprise environments. * Passion for automation and continuous improvement. ## Description As our Microsoft Entra ID (IAM) Engineer, you will serve as the organization's primary technical expert for Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory). You will lead the administration, optimization, automation, and modernization of our enterprise identity platform while supporting Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, and identity governance initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys designing secure identity architectures, solving complex authentication challenges, automating identity operations, and leveraging AI to improve enterprise security and operational efficiency. Responsibilities Microsoft Entra ID Leadership * Serve as the organization's subject matter expert for Microsoft Entra ID. * Design, administer, and optimize enterprise Microsoft Entra ID environments. * Lead enterprise identity modernization initiatives. * Design secure authentication and authorization architectures. * Administer Enterprise Applications within Entra ID. * Manage identity lifecycle processes including Joiners, Movers, and Leavers. * Design and implement Role-Based Access Control (RBAC). * Administer Privileged Identity Management (PIM). * Configure and optimize: o Conditional Access o Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) o Identity Protection o Identity Governance o Access Reviews o Lifecycle Workflows * Support hybrid identity and directory synchronization. Identity & Access Management * Configure and manage Single Sign-On using: o SAML o OAuth o OpenID Connect (OIDC) * Troubleshoot authentication, federation, and directory issues. * Partner with application owners to integrate secure authentication solutions. * Implement Zero Trust identity strategies. * Maintain least-privilege access across enterprise systems. Microsoft 365 & Messaging * Support Microsoft 365 identity services. * Administer Exchange Online. * Support Exchange Hybrid environments. * Troubleshoot authentication and mail flow issues. * Support secure email technologies including: o SPF o DKIM o DMARC * Maintain awareness of secure email gateway technologies such as Cisco IronPort. AI & Automation * Utilize Microsoft Copilot to improve operational efficiency. * Develop PowerShell automation for identity administration. * Automate provisioning, deprovisioning, and identity governance. * Evaluate Microsoft Graph API capabilities. * Use AI-driven tools for troubleshooting, analytics, and operational improvements. * Identify opportunities to automate repetitive IAM processes. Security & Compliance * Apply Zero Trust principles throughout the enterprise. * Monitor identity-related threats and security events. * Support identity governance initiatives. * Conduct access reviews and certification campaigns. * Partner with Security teams on audits and compliance initiatives. * Improve enterprise security posture through continuous optimization. Documentation & Architecture * Maintain technical documentation and operational runbooks. * Create architecture diagrams using Microsoft Visio. * Document identity architectures and operational procedures. * Develop standards and best practices for enterprise identity management. 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