Microsoft Identity Core Engineer
Location: London
Hybrid: 2 days office based
Salary: £100,000 - £150,000
Role:
We are seeking a Microsoft Identity Core Engineer with strong Active Directory and Entra ID experience to join our client, one of the largest television networks in the UK, in London on a permanent basis via the Robert Walters Consultancy.
The role will require you to work collaboratively with other technology teams and senior stakeholders to help promote core technologies, share learnings and support the delivery of the strategy and roadmap items.
Responsibilities :
Administration and maintenance of the Identity services including Microsoft Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID
Assist the identification, analysis, and resolution of system design weaknesses
Troubleshoot and manage the resolution of issues related to identities, systems, access, accounts, authentication, authorization, entitlements, and permissions
Troubleshoot, support and resolve system incidents, problems and changes, as required
Determine and recommend the most appropriate response to complex problems, issues and/or defects by assessing impact and prioritisation
Ensure the maintenance, patching, operating, and monitoring of IAM systems are in place and completed
Work closely with operational teams, Cyber Security and Application Owners on both operational management and roadmap development of all Identity services
Provide technical expertise and works with the business to drive process improvements through automation
Identification of strategic opportunities for improvement and optimisation of Identity Management based on industry trends, best practices and business needs
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for AD configurations, processes, and procedures.
Participate in projects related to Microsoft upgrades, migrations, consolidations, and new technology implementations
Key Skills:
Experience with Active Directory and associated components, including, but not limited to:-
Security Groups
Group Policy Objects
DNS
DHCP
Trusts and federations
Experience with Entra ID (Azure AD)
Understanding of SSL Certificates and their permutations
PowerShell
Awareness of Active Directory best security practices
Privileged Access Management experience is desirable
Qualifications:
Bachelor degree in Computer Science, or equivalent technical discipline or demonstrable experience in 2nd line Active Directory support
Microsoft Active Directory Certification (required)
Microsoft Entra ID/Azure AD Certification (desirable)
CyberArk Qualifications (desirable)
Okta Certification (any level desirable)
Please note that there is an expectation of 2 days a week in the office, and occasional overnight travel to other offices across the UK
We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience.If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require adjustments to the recruitment process, our Adjustment Concierge Service is here to support you. Please reach out to us at to discuss further.
This position is being recruited on behalf of our client through our Outsourcing service line. Resource Solutions Limited, trading as Robert Walters, acts as an employment business and agency, partnering with top organizations to help them find the best talent. We welcome applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities.
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