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Azure Active Directory Engineer Jobs in Virginia

This role provides Systems Engineering support for the installation and maintenance of the ... Azure Active Directory, Dynamics Online, Office 365. Basic Qualifications: * Secret Security ...

Cloud Engineer I

Quantico, VA · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Azure Active Directory, Azure Active Directory Federation Service (ADFS), Exchange Online, Exchange Online Protection (EOP), Teams, Intune and other O365 workloads. * Must have real-world experience ...

Cloud Engineer I

Quantico, VA · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Azure Active Directory, Azure Active Directory Federation Service (ADFS), Exchange Online, Exchange Online Protection (EOP), Teams, Intune and other O365 workloads. * Must have real-world experience ...

Azure Active Directory, Azure Active Directory Federation Service (ADFS), Exchange Online, Exchange Online Protection (EOP), Teams, Intune and other O365 workloads. * Must have real-world experience ...

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Azure Active Directory Engineer information

What is an Azure Active Directory engineer?

An Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) Engineer is an IT professional responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting identity and access solutions using Microsoft Azure Active Directory. They ensure secure authentication, manage user and group permissions, integrate applications with Azure AD, and support single sign-on (SSO) and multi-factor authentication (MFA) across an organization. These engineers play a crucial role in protecting organizational resources by maintaining compliance, monitoring security, and enabling seamless user access to cloud and on-premises applications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Azure Active Directory engineer?

To thrive as an Azure Active Directory Engineer, you need strong expertise in identity and access management, cloud infrastructure, and a solid understanding of Azure AD concepts, typically supported by a degree in computer science or related certifications like Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate. Proficiency in tools such as Azure Portal, PowerShell scripting, and identity governance systems is essential. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help you effectively manage complex environments and collaborate with IT teams. These skills are crucial to ensure secure, efficient authentication systems and protect organizational resources from security threats.

What are some typical challenges faced by Azure Active Directory engineers when integrating on-premises and cloud identity solutions?

Azure Active Directory Engineers often encounter challenges when synchronizing on-premises Active Directory environments with Azure AD, such as managing directory synchronization, resolving attribute conflicts, and ensuring seamless single sign-on experiences. Navigating hybrid identity scenarios requires a strong understanding of both legacy and cloud-based authentication protocols, as well as security best practices. Engineers also need to coordinate closely with security, networking, and application teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure a smooth, secure integration.

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Azure Active Directory Engineer jobs?

Cities in Virginia with the most Azure Active Directory Engineer job openings:

Identity and Entitlement Administrator

Suffolk, VA • On-site

NexGen Data Systems Inc (NGDS)
IT Services • 11 - 50 employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

Description

NexGen Data Systems is seeking an Identity and Entitlement Administrator. The Identity and Entitlement Administrator shall perform tasks associated with account management for users and administrators, to include user account provisioning and de-provisioning, administrator account creation and deletion, and assignment and management of Role-Based Access Control permissions for administrator accounts.


Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Provision, de-provision, and manage user identities using the DISA Defense Enterprise Provisioning Online (DEPO) tool or analogous future tool
  • Monitor Azure Active Directory audit logs to ensure identities are properly synchronizing from DISA Global Directory Services to Flank Speed via Azure Active Directory Connect
  • Perform user migration data pre-screening
  • Create, modify, and remove administrator accounts and applicable roles as directed
  • Troubleshoot and correct user identity issues as required, to include interface with mission partners and DISA

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Desired/Required Skills:

  • Active Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance required.
  • Azure Fundamentals Certification
  • Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Certification
  • Azure Administrator Certification
  • IAT Level II: CompTIA Security+, or CySA+, or SSCP
  • 3+ years IT experience with significant experience with Microsoft Azure
  • Understanding of cloud computing and networking
  • Experience with Microsoft Office suite and PowerShell
  • Superior organizational skills
  • Capable of managing multiple projects
  • Great communication skills (oral and written)
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Working knowledge of the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Framework

About the Company:

NexGen Data Systems is an emerging technologies focused company providing expert systems and network engineering solutions to the Department of Defense. NexGen Data Systems promotes a culture of knowledge and career advancement through continued learning, keeping our team current on the latest advances in systems and networking, and enabling our team to provide the best available solutions to our clients.


Benefits:

  • Company covers 100% of premiums for the employee's medical, dental, and vision insurance and subsidizes premiums for spouse and dependents.
  • Company provides short and long term disability plans.
  • 401(k) match up to 10% of the employee's salary contributions to 401(K) plan.
  • Comprehensive training and development program.
  • 11 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) accrual level starts at 15 days annually.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.


NOTE: US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. In order to be qualified for this position, you must be able to obtain and maintain a United States Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. We are unable to sponsor Visas at this time. NexGen Data Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.