Roles & Responsibilities
1. IAM Strategy and Architecture:
- Develop and implement IAM strategies and architectures for hybrid environments, integrating on-premises and cloud-based solutions.
- Design IAM frameworks that support scalability, flexibility, and compliance with security standards.
2. Active Directory and Azure AD Management:
- Oversee the management, optimization, and security of on-premises Active Directory environments.
- Administer Azure AD environments, ensuring seamless integration with on-premises AD.
- Design and implement policies, group structures, and access controls for both Active Directory and Azure AD.
3. Azure Cloud Security:
- Implement and manage security controls in Azure, including Azure Security Center, Azure Policy, and Azure Sentinel.
- Collaborate with the cloud security team to enhance Azure security posture and compliance.
- Monitor and respond to security incidents in Azure environments.
4. Identity Lifecycle Management:
- Develop and implement identity lifecycle management processes for both on-premises and cloud-based identities.
- Automate user provisioning, de-provisioning, and access reviews to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
5. Single Sign-On (SSO) and Federation:
- Design and implement SSO solutions for seamless user authentication across on-premises and cloud applications.
- Configure and manage federated identity solutions, ensuring secure access to cloud resources.
6. Cloud Access Controls:
- Design and implement access controls for Azure resources, including role-based access control (RBAC).
- Ensure least privilege access principles are applied to cloud identities.
7. IAM Integration with Azure Services:
- Integrate IAM solutions with Azure services, such as Azure AD, Azure Key Vault, and Azure Monitor.
- Collaborate with application owners and cloud development teams to implement IAM controls in Azure-native applications.
8. Incident Response and Cloud Security Monitoring:
- Lead IAM-related incident response efforts in both on-premises and cloud environments.
- Utilize Azure Security Center and other tools for proactive monitoring and detection of security incidents in the cloud.
9. Documentation and Knowledge Transfer:
- Document IAM and Azure Cloud Security processes, configurations, and best practices.
- Conduct knowledge transfer sessions for team members and stakeholders.
10. Collaboration and Leadership:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, security, compliance, and cloud operations.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to junior team members.