IAM AD and LDAP Consultant | Contract W2

Locations: Irving, Texas (5 days Onsite)Duration: Long termEmployment Type: W2 ContractJob Summary12+ years of experience with IAM and Active Directory with minimum 5+ years in architecture and designing systems with AD authentication and authorization in medium and large enterprise environmentsToolsAD and Entra ID (Must have)AD, LDAP, Directories and DatabasesSailPoint IGANetworking, DNS, SMTPSkillsExpert level knowledge and experience in architecture, design, configuration, best practices and troubleshooting Active Directory integrations with Enterprise systems and home-grown applications for authentication and authorizationIn depth understanding of Active Directory features for authentication and authorizationIn-depth understanding of various IAM security models for authentication and authorization used in applications and software and how entitlements are stored and used in applications for authorizationHands-on experience with integrating home grown and COTs applications with Active Directory for authentication and authorizationGood understanding of IAM domain and various Enterprise Identity and Access Management tools like SailPoint, Entra IDGood knowledge and experience working with Active Directory and Entra ID APIs, endpoints and SDKs for integrating applications, software, Databases, etc. for authentication and authorizationFamiliarity with SAML, OAuth, OIDC, ADFS authentication protocols for applications and softwareAbility to guide engineering and development team for integration with Active Directory for authentication and authorizationShould be methodical with attention to detailsSkilled in coordinating and communicating with other teams to manage dependencies on other teams and stakeholdersSkilled in anticipating problems and roadblocks and effectively communicating and managing themExcellent communication skills with team leadership abilityExcellent client facing and presentation skills.Ability to work under fixed SLAs and timelinesResponsibilitiesLead and guide the analysis and preparatory work for applications that need to be refactored for AD authorizationGuide analysis of applications and entitlements that need to be externalized to AD for authorizationServes at the subject matter expert for migrating and integrating homegrown application and cots software with AD and Entra ID for authorizationGuide application architecture and design teams with best practice in redesigning the application authorization model using Active DirectoryGuide application development teams on programming libraries and frameworks to refactor applications for Active Directory based authorizationConduct workshops and Q&A sessions to guide application teams for refactoring their applications to use Active Directory authorizationAbout Next Gen Software Solutions LLCNext Gen Software Solutions is a trusted provider of IT Staffing and consulting services dedicated to empowering businesses with cutting-edge technology solutions and exceptional talent. We specialize in delivering tailored IT consulting services, innovative software solutions, and connecting businesses with highly skilled IT professionals. Founded and led by a dedicated U.S. Army solider, Next Gen Software Solutions is deeply rooted in the core values of integrity, discipline, commitment, and experience-principles that guide every aspect of our operations.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementNext Gen Software Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees and applicants are treated respect and dignity. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.J-18808-Ljbffr