Azure / IDAM Platform Engineer at Apex Systems, Inc. in New York, NY

Job#: 2045723

Job Description:

Apex Systemshas an immediate opening for a 100% REMOTE IAMEngineerto work for anEnterprise-Level Financial Institution.
If you or someone you know is interested in this opportunity, please emailRonak Gandhi[email protected]
Position: IAM Engineer
Location: 100% REMOTE
Duration: 6-Months Contract-to-Hire
Description
Design, build and implement a reimagining of how we collaborate with our customers and partners. Within this role, you will lead the architectural design and implementation planning of Active Directory, Azure, and Unix Kerberos.Responsibilities

Technical hands-on engineering and management of Active Directory, Azure Entra ID, and Kerberos.
Responsible for design, development and operationalization of enterprise scale security services.
Writing tooling to automate repetitive tasks.
Customizing reports for audit and re-certifications, and integration with firm standard re-certification and review systems.
Develop robust functionality in a complex, distributed systems codebase.
Support and maintain existing functionalities and on-board new functionalities to existing applications.
Be able to work independently to contribute to a large team delivering solutions to meet the needs of executive management as well as the general employee population.

Qualifications

A track record of successful engineering, deployment, and management of Microsoft Active Directory, Azure (ex: Entra ID), and Kerberos.
Scripting and Programming: Skills in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) and programming languages (e.g., Python, Java) for automating tasks and customizing solutions.
Identity and Access Management (IAM): Knowledge of IAM principles and best practices for securing access to resources in these systems.
Expertise and deep understanding of web authentication, DNS sub-systems, TCP/IP, WNS, DHCP, Networking, Containerization, Unix.
Ability to troubleshoot and debug issues in a fast-paced environment in a timely manner.
Ability to multi-task and context switch between various products and services.
Ability to analyze system performance and capacity metrics and tune systems.
Good understanding of building, deploying, and maintaining applications in an enterprise environment.
Deep understanding of how to build fault tolerance and scalability into enterprise systems.
Strong understanding of UI concepts and implementation.
Experience with microservices and orchestration.
Detail oriented with creative problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to be an outstanding team player.
Resolve complex issues related to Active Directory, Azure, and Kerberos authentication. Provide support for related incidents and problems.

Preferred

Experience with Azure Entra ID
Experience with Kerberos
Experience with Windows and Linux
Experience with a configuration management system, such as Ansible, Salt, Chef, or Puppet

Soft Skills

Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and clients to understand requirements and explain technical concepts.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues and find solutions.
Collaboration: Capacity to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams to deliver solutions.
Attention to Detail: Being detail-oriented to ensure the accuracy and security of identity and access management configurations.
Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies in a rapidly evolving cloud environment.
Documentation: Skill in documenting configurations, processes, and procedures for knowledge sharing and future reference.
Project Management: Basic understanding of project management principles to manage tasks, timelines, and deliverables effectively.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

VEVRAA Federal ContractorWe request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state.We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The EEO is the Law poster is available here.