IT Solution Architect – Microsoft Entra ID, Identity Platforms

Schaeffler

IT Solution Architect responsible for designing Microsoft Entra ID solutions at Schaeffler. Collaborating on enterprise environments and optimizing identity management practices.

Posted 5/14/2026full-timeTroy • Missouri, South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, and operate Microsoft Entra ID architectures with a strong focus on enterprise environments and governance models.
Manage and optimize Entra ID tenants, including administrative units, role-based access control, and security boundaries.
Design, create, and maintain Entra App Registrations and Enterprise Applications, including lifecycle management and optimization.
Implement and continuously improve Single Sign-On (SSO) solutions using OAuth, OpenID Connect, and SAML.
Define and implement authentication and authorization flows, including Conditional Access policies and Identity Protection concepts.
Develop and maintain automation solutions for Entra ID using Infrastructure as Code, APIs, and scripting (e.g. Microsoft Graph, Go, PowerShell).
Establish automated testing, monitoring, and compliance checks for identity configurations.
Build and further develop a monitoring and governance framework for Entra ID configurations.
Document architectures, configurations, and processes, and train internal teams on Entra ID and DevOps-related topics.
Act as a technical advisor for internal stakeholders and customers on identity and access management topics.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Academic degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent practical experience.
Several years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) in complex or enterprise environments.
Strong expertise in Entra ID tenant management, app registrations, enterprise apps, and SSO integrations.
Deep understanding of modern authentication and authorization standards (OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, SAML).
Practical experience with Microsoft Graph API, automation, and scripting.
Solid knowledge of Conditional Access, Identity Protection, and Entra ID security best practices.
Experience managing and optimizing Azure and Microsoft 365 identity-related services.
Strong analytical skills, structured working style, and a security-first mindset.
Ability to communicate complex identity concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life insurance and 401k eligible with up to 6% company match
Regular employee appreciation and company events

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Hard Skills & Tools

Microsoft Entra IDOAuthOpenID ConnectSAMLInfrastructure as CodeMicrosoft Graph APIPowerShellautomationidentity configurationsSSO integrations

Soft Skills

analytical skillsstructured working stylesecurity-first mindsetcommunication skills