Senior Identity Governance Consultant – Architect

Avanade

Customer Engineer in identity governance, advising clients in public sector on Microsoft technologies. Focused on implementation and design of identity governance processes and cloud support.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeMunich • 🇩🇪 GermanySeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing identity governance processes, including Joiner/Mover/Leaver workflows and integration with HR systems. Proficient in governance frameworks, policy design, and automation, with a strong foundation in Microsoft Entra ID and related technologies.

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Microsoft Entra ID GovernanceIdentity Governance Administration (IGA)Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)Privileged Identity Management (PIM)PowerShell/SQL Scripting

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Hard Skills

Identity Governance ProcessesJoiner/Mover/Leaver (JML)SCIM/REST APIsAccess ReviewsEntitlement RequestsPolicy DesignAutomation ControlsSegregation of Duties (SoD)Integration with HR SystemsCommon Auth/Authz Protocols

Soft Skills

Structured Working StyleWillingness to LearnConsulting SkillsStakeholder ManagementTechnical Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Entra IDActive Directory Domain Services (AD DS)SAPWorkdayOne IdentitySailPointOmada

Certifications & Qualifications

ISO 27001SOX ComplianceNIS2/DORA Compliance

Industry Keywords

Identity and Access Management (IAM)Governance FrameworksPolicy and Control DesignLogging/MonitoringAutomation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

You design and implement identity governance processes (Joiner/Mover/Leaver - JML, birthright access, recertifications, request/approval workflows) in Microsoft Entra ID Governance.
Modeling of identities, roles (RBAC/ABAC) and policies; integration of HR systems (e.g., SAP/Workday) and target systems via SCIM/REST/AD/Entra, including connector design.
Implementation of campaigns, segregation-of-duties (SoD) rules, delegation and recertification processes; automation of controls.
Integration with Privileged Identity Management (PIM), logging/monitoring and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, SOX, NIS2/DORA — customer-specific).
Conduct workshops, create guidelines and operations concepts; depending on seniority, provide technical leadership of workstreams, mentoring and quality assurance (concept/design reviews).

Requirements

What you’ll need

Passion for Identity & Access topics
Structured working style and willingness to learn
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, AD DS and common auth/authz protocols (LDAP, Kerberos, OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SAML)
Initial practical experience in IGA or IAM (e.g., access reviews, entitlement requests, provisioning) — from university, internship or 1–2 years of professional experience
Basic skills in PowerShell/SQL or REST/SCIM APIs and an understanding of JML processes
Several years of end-to-end experience in the design and implementation of an IGA suite (Microsoft Entra ID Governance, One Identity, SailPoint, Omada)
Governance frameworks (RBAC/ABAC), policy and control design, PIM integration, automation (e.g., PowerShell, rules/policies, REST) and operations/transition concepts
Consulting skills: client workshops, architecture/decision documents, stakeholder management.

Benefits

Comp & perks

The opportunity to work for Microsoft’s Global Alliance Partner of the Year (14 years running)
Exceptional opportunities for development and training (at least 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications)
Collaboration with technically skilled and qualified colleagues worldwide
A dedicated Career Adviser who supports your career growth
Motivated and helpful colleagues who genuinely care about you.