Senior Microsoft Identity Solutions Engineer

Job Description

Company: LEIDOS

Location: Washington, US

Description

Join Leidos’ Dynamic Health IT division as a Senior Microsoft Identity Solutions Engineer, where you will lead the way in creating advanced identity management solutions for significant government digital transformation initiatives. We seek a candidate with extensive expertise in Microsoft identity technologies and a strong track record of executing enterprise-level identity solutions successfully.

Candidate MUST:

Be a US Citizen or US Person who has resided in the United States for at least three continuous years, with the ability to obtain a Public Trust level 4 clearance.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Oversee Microsoft Entra ID solutions, including multi-tenant and cross-tenant synchronization for complex organizations.
• Design and implement strategies for migrating identity and access management platforms (e.g., transitioning from on-premises Active Directory to Microsoft Entra ID Native authentication).
• Create advanced identity management solutions using Entra ID to enhance cost-efficiency and user experience.
• Provide technical guidance on identity components during large-scale Azure cloud migrations.
• Develop custom identity management tools and streamline identity lifecycle processes through automation.
• Ensure that identity solutions meet security, compliance, and business criteria.
• Remain updated on the latest Microsoft identity technologies and industry leading practices.

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field with eight years of experience, or a Master’s degree with six years of general IT experience, preferably in system engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in identity and access management.
• Expertise in PIM and Azure AD Conditional Access policies.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft identity solutions (Entra ID, AD FS, Microsoft 365, MIM).
• Proven experience with large-scale, multi-forest Active Directory and Entra ID architectures.
• Advanced understanding of identity protocols (SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, WS-Federation, CBA).
• Strong experience with Azure AD B2B and B2C for managing external identities.
• Proficiency in PowerShell and Graph API for automating identity management.
• Experience with Azure AD Connect, including custom synchronization rules.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture and best practices in identity security.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert).
• Experience in government or highly regulated sectors.
• Knowledge of identity compliance standards (e.g., NIST, FISMA).
• Experience with Azure AD Verifiable Credentials and decentralized identity principles.
• Understanding of biometric authentication methods and their integration with Azure AD.

If you are ready to challenge the status quo, consider joining Leidos. We are looking for innovative thinkers who are enthusiastic about driving change and exceeding expectations. Our mission requires forward-thinkers who are eager to advance and adapt quickly.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $107,900.00 – $195,050.00

This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on the job’s responsibilities, education, experience, and skills.

About Leidos

Leidos is a leading industry and technology firm serving both government and commercial clients with innovative and efficient digital solutions. With a workforce of 47,000 globally and reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ending January 3, 2025, we are dedicated to improving lives through technology.

Employment Benefits:

Leidos offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects the value of our work. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, health programs, paid leave, and retirement options.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination:

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on protected characteristics, including sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disabilities, medical conditions, and more. We also consider qualified applicants with past criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.

Source: SaluteMyJob