Authentication/Active Directory Cybersecurity Lead

Position Overview

This full time opportunity in Austin, TX is with a leading enterprise organization (70,000+ employees) seeking an IAM/Active Directory Cybersecurity Leader. In this role, you will serve as the technical authentication lead responsible for defining the strategic roadmap for AD/SSO/MFA. The position features a hybrid work model with 4 days onsite and 1 day remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing IAM team while fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Define and execute the strategic roadmap for authentication services, including Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Active Directory architecture.
• Serve as a technical authority on authentication technologies with deep expertise in Microsoft's Identity stack, including:
  • Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD): tenant configuration, hybrid identity, conditional access, identity protection, and seamless SSO.
  • Active Directory (AD): expert-level design, architecture, optimization, group policy management, replication, and domain controller operations.
  • Microsoft Entra ID Governance: access reviews, entitlement management, lifecycle workflows, and privileged identity management (PIM).
  • Microsoft Entra External ID: B2B and B2C federation and external user collaboration.
• Provide expert-level guidance on directory services including Active Directory, LDAP, and ADFS to ensure secure and efficient identity resolution and authentication.
• Drive adoption of modern federation and authentication protocols, including SAML, OAuth, and OIDC across internal and external platforms.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to integrate IAM strategies with enterprise architecture, cloud transformation, and Zero Trust initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (SOX, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001) through effective access controls and audit practices.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and trends, recommending enhancements to the authentication infrastructure and user experience.
• Mentor and coach team members to promote technical excellence and career growth.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts related to IAM platforms and services.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma (with 8 years of experience in IT, Computer Science, IAM Engineering, or Information Security) OR Bachelor's degree (with 6 years of experience in the relevant field).
• 3-5 years of experience in a leadership or managerial role.

Benefits & Perks

• Generous Base Salary
• Attractive Employee Benefits Package
• Hybrid Work Schedule: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote.