Role Responsibilities:
- Manage and maintain the global Active Directory with over 100,000 user accounts and Entra ID.
- Ensure high availability, security, and reliability of the Entra ID infrastructure.
- Drive the implementation of the IT strategy in the Digital Identity domain.
- Innovate and improve operational processes, evaluate and implement new features and functions, and drive automation.
Role Information:
- Contract Start Date: 01.08.2025
- Contract End Date: 31.12.2027
- Nationality: South African citizens/residents preferred. Applicants with valid work permits will also be considered.
- Product / Feature Team: Microsoft Entra ID | Authentication Platforms
RequirementsEssential Skills:
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in implementing and supporting Microsoft Enterprise IT architectures, with a focus on Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems.
- Expert experience in implementing and administering Microsoft Entra ID, Entra ID Connect, and Active Directory, with strong knowledge of authentication protocols (Kerberos, SAML, OAUTH/OIDC).
- Advanced knowledge of Entra ID and Zero Trust architecture concepts.
- Advanced experience in the development and implementation of Entra ID security concepts.
- Advanced understanding of network protocols: IPv4, IPv6, DNS.
- Advanced experience in automation and Infrastructure as Code using PowerShell, Azure Functions.
- Ability to handle additional responsibilities assigned within an Agile Working Model (AWM) framework.
Advantageous Skills:
- Advanced experience in hybrid cloud environments and Microsoft Azure.
- Experience in Agile working environments.
- Strong teamwork and internal/external communication skills.
- Analytical thinking to coordinate, analyze, and resolve technical issues.
- Self-organization, problem-solving, and delivery-focused mindset with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Degree in Computer Science, Communications Engineering, or related discipline, or comparable qualification.
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in IT, including experience managing large Cloud/Hybrid environments (international experience advantageous).
Desired Skills:
- Microsoft Enterprise IT
- Microsoft Entra ID
- Zero Trust Architecture
- Network Protocols
- IaC
- AWM
Desired Qualification Level:
- Degree
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