Azure AD Consultant (Security Cleared)

Summary: The Azure Active Directory Consultant will lead a critical identity and access management project, focusing on designing and deploying secure solutions for high-privilege user accounts in a hybrid Active Directory and Microsoft Entra environment. The role requires strong expertise in Active Directory and Azure AD, along with the ability to manage user provisioning processes and ensure compliance with security standards. Candidates must hold an active and transferable SC clearance and be available for minimal ad hoc travel to central London. The initial contract duration is 9 weeks, starting on June 2nd.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate the current hybrid AD/Entra setup and user provisioning process using Microsoft tools.
• Identify all existing privileged users and roles across On-Prem and cloud environments.
• Design and test a secure, compliant solution for privileged account separation in line with NCSC and Microsoft guidance.
• Conduct user group testing and ensure minimal disruption during rollout to 30-150 users.
• Support deployment, produce high-quality technical documentation, and create clear summary reports for client approval.

Key Skills:

• Strong expertise in Active Directory (OU design, GPOs, Tier-0 models).
• Advanced knowledge of Azure AD/Microsoft Entra ID, including role and identity management.
• Hands-on experience with Azure AD Connect, including filtering, sync issues, and admin disentanglement.
• Familiarity with Privileged Identity Management (PIM), JIT access, and PAW deployment.
• Solid understanding of zero-trust security, least privilege, and change management principles.
• Experience writing technical documentation, test plans, and client-facing reports.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT