Entry Level Security Admin

Entry Level Security Administrator – Roles and Responsibilities

Core IAM Responsibilities:

• Manage user lifecycle processes including on-boarding, transfers, and off-boarding
• Implement and enforce Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and least privilege access
• Configure and monitor multi-factor authentication (MFA) systems

Azure / Entra ID:

• Administer user and group lifecycle in Azure AD
• Design and implement Conditional Access and MFA policies
• Configure and maintain Azure AD resources and Cloud Sync
• Govern privileged access and Access Reviews
• Monitor identity risk events using Azure Identity Protection

On-Prem Active Directory:

Maintain and secure the on-premises Active Directory environment including access policies and object management.

• Structure and manage Organizational Units (OUs) and Group Policies (GPOs)
• Delegate permissions and manage access control lists (ACLs) across AD objects

Exchange:

Administer secure email environments and manage mailbox access

• Configure and manage mailbox permissions including
• Manage spam filtering, phishing protection, and compliance policies

VMware Horizon:

Manage access to virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) ensuring secure, policy-driven delivery of desktop services.

• Configure user entitlements and desktop pool assignments
• Integrate Horizon access with AD and Azure AD SSO
• Monitor and troubleshoot session performance and user access issues

Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM):

Support identity synchronization and automation processes through MIM to maintain accurate and timely identity records.

• Configure and manage MIM synchronization rules and management agents
• Automate user provisioning and de-provisioning across connected systems
• Support approval workflows and self-service password reset features
• Ensure integrity of identity data through monitoring and troubleshooting sync issues

General Technical:

Utilize automation, scripting, and governance knowledge to enhance efficiency, security, and compliance of identity systems.

• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for task automation
• Analyze logs and alerts using Azure and Horizon logs
• Document procedures and changes to support audit readiness and knowledge sharing

User On-boarding & First-Time Login Support:

Facilitate efficient and accurate on-boarding processes by handling access requests promptly and assisting new users with initial login and setup to ensure smooth integration into the environment.

• Process on-boarding requests quickly and accurately, ensuring access is granted as per role requirements
• Validate that all required permissions and group memberships are applied during provisioning
• Coordinate with HR and IT teams to ensure timely user creation and access provisioning
• Participate in approximately two on-boarding support calls daily, each lasting up to one hour
• Assist users with initial login, MFA registration, password setup, and access verification
• Troubleshoot and resolve first-time login or access issues to ensure a seamless on-boarding experience

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

 

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required:

• Azure / Entra ID
• Active Directory
• Microsoft Identity Manager
• Basic Office 365
• Ability to work in a professional manner, be flexible, and handle interactions with all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate well with other members of the IT department and with non-technical end users.
• Self-directed, organized, and motivated.

Physical and Mental Demands:

The physical and