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Microsoft Entra Administrator Summary As an Identity & Access Management (IAM) System Administrator, you will work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and customer-focused environment. You will partner closely with team members, enterprise architects, business analysts, and internal stakeholders to secure and streamline access across the organization. Responsibilities • Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot the Azure Entra environment to ensure optimal performance and security. • Manage Microsoft Entra ID user access including role-based access control (RBAC), user provisioning, and access policy enforcement. • Leverage Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps to identify, monitor, and secure Cloud applications. • Implement and manage Entra ID Governance (access reviews, entitlement management, lifecycle workflows, separation-of-duty policies). • Configure and support Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) and Azure single Sign-On (SSO) including integration with enterprise apps. • Design and enforce advanced identity security controls including multifactor and password-less authentication (FIDO2 keys, Windows Hello for business), Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Just-in-Time (JIT) access. • Monitor system performance and recommend enhancements for optimization. • Stay current with roadmap releases; recommend and champion adoption of new Entra and Defender for Cloud Apps capabilities. • Collaborate across teams to design and implement IAM solutions aligned with business goals and security standards. • Provide technical support and training for end users and internal teams. • Develop and maintain automation scripts (PowerShell, Python, etc.) for customization and integration. • Participate in the analysis, design, and implementation of security processes and workflows. • Partner with security leadership and stakeholders to implement access models that align with organizational risk tolerance and Zero Trust principles. Requirements • Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience supporting Microsoft Entra ID. • Relevant product certifications (e.g., Microsoft Identity & Access Administrator, Microsoft Azure Technologies). • 4+ years of experience in identity and security technologies including Active Directory, Directory Services, LDAP, SSO, and user provisioning. • Experience with tools including CyberArk, MOVEit, SailPoint IdentityNow, Okta, or scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python, BASH, JavaScript) for automation and customization. Preferred • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or completion of a technical trade school program. This is a 6-month Contract-for-Hire opportunity with our Topeka, KS-based client. 100% Paid employee Medical/Dental Benefits, Paid time off, Paid Holidays, and 401(k) (with immediately vested company match) available with TriCom during the contract period. H-1B visa sponsorship is not available for this position. No third-parties, please. #LI-BH1

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