Principal, Solution Architecture

Principal, Solution Architecture Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
Position Type: Fulltime

The Technology Engineering Principal Solution Architect is responsible for providing technical expertise and architectural solutions for Microsoft 365 ecosystem, with focus on identity management and optimization of Microsoft cloud services.

Design and implement vendor-neutral identity and access management architecture that integrates with various enterprise systems
Develop comprehensive IAM strategies leveraging best practices across multiple platforms while maintaining strong expertise in Microsoft identity solutions
Analyze and communicate industry trends in identity management technologies that benefit IT management
Drive short- and long-term architecture strategy for enterprise identity services, including integration with Microsoft 365 services, Entra ID, and other identity providers
Conduct end-to-end technical plan design for identity management solutions across multiple platforms
Develop architectural designs for implementation of enterprise identity solutions with emphasis on interoperability
Perform impact analysis and design modifications to existing systems for implementation of new identity services
Establish identity management standards and ensure compatibility and integration across the enterprise ecosystem
Ensure teams maintain and execute organizational policies, procedures and controls, configuration management, and release management
Work with cross-functional teams to train and transition to optimized identity management solutions
Optimize, document, and support identity management components across platforms
Take ownership of identity management discipline and manage all Level 2 related issues in the enterprise ecosystem
Evaluate new tools, technologies, and processes to improve efficiency of identity management systems

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.
Experience managing enterprise identity solutions with strong Microsoft 365 background
Deep expertise in identity management solutions including Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) and other major IAM platforms
Experience with cloud infrastructure services including virtual desktop solutions
Strong knowledge of information protection and rights management across platforms
Ability to investigate and perform Root Cause Analysis on reported issues and suggest workarounds before implementing permanent fixes
Act as a subject matter expert for troubleshooting and resolving complex identity problems across platforms
Partner effectively with different infrastructure and development teams
Work independently, prioritize existing projects, and proactively determine areas requiring additional attention
Collaborate with infrastructure teams, product managers, development teams and architects to provide platform-related knowledge

Strong expertise in enterprise identity management architectures and implementations
Deep knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, Azure AD Connect, and hybrid identity solutions
Experience with federation technologies and cross-platform identity integration
Knowledge of information protection and rights management across solutions
Experience with cloud infrastructure services including virtual desktop solutions
Experience with automation and scripting for identity management (PowerShell, Python, etc.)
Working knowledge of identity administration tools across platforms
Experience with API-based identity management
10+ years of experience in identity management technologies with strong focus on Microsoft identity solutions and cross-platform integration

Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert
Additional industry certifications such as Certified Identity Management Professional (CIMP) or IDPro certification highly valued