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IT Architect | Active Directory & Identity Security
AI Summary
Designs and evolves identity and access management architectures, focusing on Active Directory and Entra ID security, governance, and automation across complex enterprise environments.
About this role
Join Axians, where innovation thrives on trust and autonomy, and where every challenge is an opportunity to create technology with impact.
IT Architect | Active Directory & Identity Security
We are looking for a professional responsible for designing and evolving identity and access management architectures, ensuring secure, scalable, and well-governed identity solutions across complex environments. You will contribute to defining security standards, optimizing identity processes, driving automation, and guiding the implementation of critical changes, while collaborating with international IAM, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure alignment between architecture, governance, and business requirements.
What You Will Do on a Daily Basis
Design and evolve AD and Entra ID architecture (Tiering, PAW, RBAC, Least Privilege).
Define and enforce identity security standards (Tier 0 protection, admin concepts, access models).
Integrate AD and Entra ID into IAM processes (Joiner-Mover-Leaver, SCIM provisioning).
Drive automation of identity processes using PowerShell and workflow tools.
Support and guide implementation teams in complex or critical changes.
Work closely with IAM, security and infrastructure teams across countries.
Own architecture decisions for identity-related topics such as Remote Mailbox and hybrid authentication.
Ensure governance and documentation for identity architecture and security controls.
Your Key Skills
Experience working in enterprise environments with multiple countries or tenants.
Ability to lead technical topics across teams and take ownership for decisions.
Your Main Qualifications
5+ years of experience in Active Directory and Entra ID architecture (on-premises and hybrid).
Strong experience in identity security design (Tier model, Privileged Access, admin isolation).
Experience integrating AD/Entra ID into IAM systems and processes (JML, SCIM, role models).
Hands-on experience with PowerShell and automation of identity workflows.
Solid understanding of hybrid identity and Exchange architecture (no operational Exchange role).
Clear communication in English (B2/C1).
What We Offer
Stable professional career
Working with Axians projects becomes an asset to those of us who want to offer stability through a secure career.
Prospects for career advancement
You can access training and new certifications that will further elevate your skills. The 360° evaluation from managers and peers will also allow you to evolve.
Work Life Balance
By collaborating with Axians, you will be able to reconcile work and family requirements without neglecting either area.
Attractive, evolving compensation
When working with Axians, you will have access to performance bonuses in addition to an attractive salary pack (base salary + benefits). You are also entitled to health insurance and an employee assistance program for you and your family (Psychological, Legal, Psychosocial, and Financial support).
Axians is the VINCI Energies brand dedicated to Information Technology and Digital Transformation. With an international presence and a people-to-people approach, we combine technology, innovation, and proximity to create real impact for organizations and society.
Join Axians
At Axians, we believe that talent does not fit a single profile. We value diversity and promote an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow and contribute. If you have a disability or impairment, we are committed to ensuring equal opportunities throughout the recruitment and onboarding process. Whenever needed, we provide reasonable accommodations so that you can participate on an equal basis. If you require any accommodation, please let us know by contacting us at recrutamento.axianspt@axians.com.
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