IAM Engineer (Entra ID / Copilot & API Security)

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<p><strong>Job Title: Azure Entra ID / IAM Engineer (Copilot & API Security Focus)</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Fully Remote</p><p><br></p><p>We are supporting a high-priority initiative for a client who has recently implemented Microsoft Copilot and is now focused on strengthening Identity & Access Management across their environment. This role will play a key part in securing AI-driven capabilities, aligning API permissions, and ensuring proper governance within Microsoft Entra ID.</p><p>This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of Identity, API security, and AI integration in a fast-moving environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and enhance Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) as the central Identity Provider</li><li>Support secure rollout and governance of Microsoft Copilot and AI-enabled tools</li><li>Define and enforce API authentication and authorization (OAuth2, OpenID Connect)</li><li>Review and manage Microsoft Graph API permissions, including delegated and application access</li><li>Configure and maintain: App registrations, Enterprise applications, Service principals, API scopes, and consent frameworks</li><li>Implement Conditional Access policies and Zero Trust principles</li><li>Partner with security and application teams to ensure secure identity integration across AI and modern applications</li><li>Identify and remediate risks related to over-permissioning and data exposure</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Qualifications </strong></p><ul><li>Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Entra ID / Azure AD</li><li>Experience securing APIs and applications using OAuth2 / OIDC</li><li>Solid understanding of identity-driven access to SaaS and AI platforms</li><li>Ability to move quickly and operate in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Nice to Have</strong></p><ul><li>Experience with Microsoft Copilot, Azure OpenAI, or similar AI platforms</li><li>Familiarity with Microsoft Graph and AI-related data access patterns</li><li>Background in IAM governance, risk, or compliance (GRC)</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Details</strong></p><ul><li>6-month contract with extensions available </li><li>401K and health benefits are available after 30 days on a contract</li><li>Fully remote with a direct client we have worked with for over 10 years!</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Please apply today for immediate consideration!</p>