IAM & Active Directory Architect

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Position : IAM & Active Directory Architect

Location : Charlotte, NC / Chandler, AZ / Irving, TX / Iselin, NJ Onsite

Duration : Long Term Contract

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced IAM & Active Directory Architect to lead enterprise identity and access management initiatives within a regulated banking environment. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Active Directory architecture, hybrid identity solutions, IAM governance, and regulatory compliance. This role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and the ability to provide strategic architectural guidance across enterprise remediation programs.

Key Responsibilities

Define, implement, and govern enterprise IAM and Active Directory architecture aligned with banking and regulatory standardsEstablish standards and governance for service accounts, security groups, roles, and access permissionsProvide architectural guidance, design reviews, and approvals for IAM and AD remediation initiativesServe as the escalation point for complex IAM/AD design, security, and risk-related decisionsCollaborate with client security, audit, infrastructure, and leadership teams to ensure compliance and operational excellencePresent architecture decisions, remediation progress, risks, and recommendations to senior stakeholders and executive leadershipDesign and support RBAC and least-privilege access models across enterprise systemsDrive hybrid identity and authentication strategies integrating on-premises and cloud platformsSupport database authentication integration patterns across DB2, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and related platformsDevelop architecture documentation, standards, and governance artifacts using Visio and Confluence

Required Skills

Strong expertise in enterprise IAM and Active Directory architecture designDeep understanding of RBAC, least-privilege principles, and regulatory compliance frameworksStrong knowledge of AD-based database authentication patterns and integrationsExcellent communication, stakeholder management, and executive presentation skillsStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilitiesClient-facing consulting and architecture advisory experience

Technical Skills

Identity & Access Management

Microsoft Active Directory (AD DS, AD CS, AD FS)Azure AD / Microsoft Entra ID (Hybrid Identity)IAM platforms such as SailPoint, Saviynt, and CyberArk (preferred)

Scripting & Tools

Advanced PowerShell scriptingVisio and Confluence for architecture documentation

Database Authentication & Integration

Active Directory integration patterns for:DB2OracleSQL ServerPostgreSQLPreferred Qualifications

Experience in enterprise IAM modernization or remediation programsPrior experience working in highly regulated banking or financial environmentsRelevant Microsoft or IAM security certifications are a plus

Soft Skills

Strong leadership and collaboration abilitiesExcellent stakeholder engagement and relationship managementAbility to work effectively in fast-paced enterprise environmentsStrong presentation and consulting skills for senior leadership audiences