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Identity and Access Management Consultant | Microsoft Azure & Azure AD Specialist
Hyderabad, India
Only remote
B. Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Sri Sai Jyothi Engineering College, 2015Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Over 9 years of experience in end-to-end implementation of IAM solutions, including Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Conditional Access Policies, Single Sign-On (SSO), and Privileged Identity Management (PIM). Expertise in protocols such as SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, and WS-Fed, as well as managing external identities via Azure AD B2B/B2C.
Microsoft Azure & Azure Active Directory (Entra ID)
Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure and Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), covering cloud strategy development, infrastructure optimization, and enterprise-scale cloud environment management. Proficiency in Azure AD Conditional Access, Identity Governance, Access Reviews, Entitlement Management, and AAD Connect for hybrid identity scenarios.
Cloud Security & Zero Trust Architecture
Design and deployment of Zero Trust security postures using Azure AD Conditional Access policies, safeguarding access based on user risk, device compliance, and location sensitivity. Conducting regular security audits of IAM configurations, threat analysis, and incident response, including knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR)
Development and implementation of SSPR solutions integrated with Azure AD, reducing helpdesk tickets related to password management and empowering users to manage their own credentials.
Passwordless Authentication
Leadership in transitioning to passwordless authentication environments using Windows Hello for Business and FIDO2 keys, improving security and user experience by reducing dependency on traditional passwords.
REST APIs & Microsoft Graph APIs
Utilization of REST APIs and Microsoft Graph APIs to programmatically manage Azure AD resources, automate user provisioning, and streamline lifecycle management of identities and access.
Azure Infrastructure & Cloud Administration
Experience in planning, designing, implementing, and supporting Azure architecture and infrastructure, including Virtual Networks, Virtual Machines, Load Balancers, CDN, RBAC roles, Azure Backup, and Azure Monitor.
Scripting & Automation
Proficiency in Azure PowerShell and ARM templates for automation and infrastructure management, with beginner-level knowledge of Python.
Application Server Administration
Experience in installing, configuring, administering, and troubleshooting IBM WebSphere Application Server 6.x/7.0/8.5 and IBM HTTP Server on Linux, Windows, and Unix platforms, as well as managing Tomcat and Apache Web Servers.
Network Protocols & Tools
Knowledge of network protocols including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, FTP, and SMTP. Proficiency with tools such as Remedy, ServiceNow, SmartCenter, Jira, and ServiceManagement.
Over 9 years of experience in end-to-end implementation of IAM solutions, including Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Conditional Access Policies, Single Sign-On (SSO), and Privileged Identity Management (PIM). Expertise in protocols such as SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, and WS-Fed, as well as managing external identities via Azure AD B2B/B2C.
Microsoft Azure & Azure Active Directory (Entra ID)
Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure and Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), covering cloud strategy development, infrastructure optimization, and enterprise-scale cloud environment management. Proficiency in Azure AD Conditional Access, Identity Governance, Access Reviews, Entitlement Management, and AAD Connect for hybrid identity scenarios.
Cloud Security & Zero Trust Architecture
Design and deployment of Zero Trust security postures using Azure AD Conditional Access policies, safeguarding access based on user risk, device compliance, and location sensitivity. Conducting regular security audits of IAM configurations, threat analysis, and incident response, including knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR)
Development and implementation of SSPR solutions integrated with Azure AD, reducing helpdesk tickets related to password management and empowering users to manage their own credentials.
Passwordless Authentication
Leadership in transitioning to passwordless authentication environments using Windows Hello for Business and FIDO2 keys, improving security and user experience by reducing dependency on traditional passwords.
REST APIs & Microsoft Graph APIs
Utilization of REST APIs and Microsoft Graph APIs to programmatically manage Azure AD resources, automate user provisioning, and streamline lifecycle management of identities and access.
Azure Infrastructure & Cloud Administration
Experience in planning, designing, implementing, and supporting Azure architecture and infrastructure, including Virtual Networks, Virtual Machines, Load Balancers, CDN, RBAC roles, Azure Backup, and Azure Monitor.
Scripting & Automation
Proficiency in Azure PowerShell and ARM templates for automation and infrastructure management, with beginner-level knowledge of Python.
Application Server Administration
Experience in installing, configuring, administering, and troubleshooting IBM WebSphere Application Server 6.x/7.0/8.5 and IBM HTTP Server on Linux, Windows, and Unix platforms, as well as managing Tomcat and Apache Web Servers.
Network Protocols & Tools
Knowledge of network protocols including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, FTP, and SMTP. Proficiency with tools such as Remedy, ServiceNow, SmartCenter, Jira, and ServiceManagement.
Experience
Professional experience10+ years
Freelancer since2021
Languages
EnglishNative speakerTeluguNative speaker
Project history
Collaborated with leadership to formulate and execute organization-wide cloud strategies. Led design and deployment of Azure AD Conditional Access policies for Zero Trust security. Implemented SSPR, Azure AD PIM, Identity Governance, Access Reviews, and Entitlement Management. Directed onboarding of custom and third-party applications using OAuth, OpenID Connect, SAML, and WS-Fed. Implemented multi-tenant B2B collaboration and Azure AD B2C integrations. Utilized REST APIs and Microsoft Graph APIs for identity lifecycle management. Conducted IAM architecture reviews and security audits. Led transition to passwordless authentication using Windows Hello for Business and FIDO2 keys.
Provided Azure Identity Support for Enterprise and Fortune 500 customers worldwide. Troubleshot Azure AD Enterprise Application Management, AAD Application Proxy, and authentication protocols such as SAML, WS-FED, OpenID Connect, OAuth2, and Easy Auth. Operated as SME in Windows Hello for Business and Device Registration. Worked on level 300 troubleshooting in CAP, MFA, and Azure AD Application Management including Password SSO and Seamless SSO. Supported Azure AD B2B and B2C, Password Protection, RBAC Roles, PIM, Dynamic Groups, and App Management Roles. Created Azure AD Connect Health for ADDS, ADFS, and AADConnect. Deployed SaaS-based applications and maintained infrastructure scalability.
Planned, designed, implemented, and supported Azure Architecture and Infrastructure. Created and managed Virtual Networks, Virtual Machines, Load Balancers, CDN, and Network Security Groups. Managed VM scaling, availability sets, Azure Disk, Azure Backup and Restoration. Administered Active Directory including Azure AD and Azure AD Connect. Configured SSL certificates in Apache Web Server using OpenSSL. Worked on Azure Monitor alerts and Log Analytics (OMS). Managed incident, change, and problem management processes.