Corning is looking for a Senior Solutions Architect to join our team as a platform and solutions architect. You will play a pivotal role in architecting, deploying, and optimizing enterprise identity solutions using Microsoft technologies.
What You'll Do
- Design and implement Microsoft identity and access management solutions, including Microsoft Entra ID, Entra Identity Governance (IGA), Entra External ID, and support integrations with on-premises Active Directory, and hybrid identity environments.
- Oversee architecture for single sign-on and enhance automation efforts for application integration to Corning’s single sign-on platform adhering to policy and best practices.
- Lead identity transformation projects, including migrations, cloud integrations, and modernization initiatives.
- Develop and enforce security best practices for authentication, authorization, and identity governance. Maintain internal roadmap to align with vendor solutions and business objectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate identity solutions with business applications, cloud services, and third-party platforms.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex identity-related technical issues, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
- Advise stakeholders on identity security strategies, compliance requirements (such as MFA, Conditional Access), and emerging trends.
- Document solution architectures, implementation procedures, and operational guidelines and work with operational teams to incorporate into runbooks and operating procedures.
- Provide training and knowledge transfer to IT staff and end-users as needed.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field required.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft identity and access management solutions or equivalent Identity Management Platform.
- Proven track record of successful technical implementations and enterprise-scale identity transformations.
- Strong command of the Microsoft Entra product family: Microsoft Entra ID, including Premium features (e.g., Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management, Identity Protection), and Microsoft Entra Identity Governance (IGA).
- On-premises Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), Federation Services (AD FS), and Group Policy.
- Microsoft Entra Connect, AD synchronization, and hybrid identity management.
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team including internal resources and external partners.
- Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with Microsoft identity technologies.
Nice to Have
- Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, Azure Solutions Architect) preferred.
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Entra ID
- Microsoft Entra Identity Governance (IGA)
- Microsoft Entra External ID
- Active Directory
- Microsoft Entra Connect
- AD synchronization
- Hybrid identity environments
- Single sign-on (SSO)
Corning is an equal opportunity employer.
