About the position
At Houston Methodist, the Solution Architect position is responsible for the implementation, maintenance and management of Information Technology (IT) systems. The Solution Architect is expected to work closely with project teams and Enterprise Architects to ensure that the overall Information Technology (IT) architecture is maintained, and that seamless operational hand-off is achieved. The primary role of the Solution Architect is to ensure that the respective application, data and technology function within acceptable parameters in support of business functions. The Solution Architect will provide technical leadership and consultation across the organization in assigned area(s). We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Active Directory specialist with a strong background in AD, AAD, Identity, and Access Management. This role involves implementing and managing robust identity solutions to ensure the security and efficiency of our systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing our Active Directory infrastructure and IAM solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and manage Active Directory structures, Group Policies, and organizational units
- Oversee the integration and maintenance of Identity and Access Management systems
- Develop and enforce identity governance policies, procedures, and standards
- Monitor and troubleshoot IAM-related issues to ensure seamless access control
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security protocols
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices in IAM technologies
- Stay up-to-date with the latest AD and AAD technologies and best practices
- Provide technical guidance and support to IT staff and end-users
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required. In lieu of bachelor's degree, an additional four years' experience in addition to the minimum experience required below
- Seven years IT experience to include five years in a senior level engineer, analyst or consultant role
- At least one high level industry certification such as Cisco Certified Architect (CCA), Cisco Certified Engineer (CCIE), Microsoft Certified Architect (MCA), Project Management Professional (PMP), ServiceNow Developer, ServiceNow Implementation Specialist, or ITIL v3 or v4 Foundation, AWS Certified Solution Architect
Nice-to-haves
- In-depth knowledge of Windows Server operating systems, including AD Domain Services (ADDS), Azure AD, and Group Policy
- Strong understanding of security best practices and compliance requirements
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong understanding of directory services concepts, LDAP, Kerberos, and other authentication protocols
- Experience with scripting and automation
- Knowledge of identity and access management (IAM) solutions
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure
- Experience with multi-factor authentication (MFA) and single sign-on (SSO) solutions
