- Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure Active Directory), Microsoft 365, and synchronization of identities between on-premises Active Directory and cloud directories.
- Proven experience managing Microsoft 365 authentication and access services, including Entra Connect (Azure AD Connect), domain management, identity lifecycle management, and user administration.
- Deep understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) controls, including Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Conditional Access, device management, application management, and Zero Trust security principles.
- Extensive experience across Microsoft identity platforms, including Entra ID (Azure AD), PingFederate, MFA, Conditional Access policies, Application Proxy, and hybrid authentication scenarios.
- Experience supporting and operating Microsoft identity solutions in large-scale enterprise environments, ensuring secure and reliable access to corporate applications and services.
- Experience supporting Microsoft 365 applications such as Exchange, Teams, Sharepoint
- Knowledge of modern authentication frameworks such as Microsoft Authentication Library (MSAL), OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and related identity technologies is highly desirable.
- Strong expertise in SAML and OpenID Connect (OIDC) federation troubleshooting, including metadata exchange validation, certificate lifecycle and expiration management, claims mapping, token inspection, and integration between Entra ID and third-party applications.
- Ability to diagnose and resolve complex authentication and authorization issues across cloud, hybrid, and federated identity environments while maintaining security, compliance, and user experience objectives.
- Enterprise Single Sign-On (SSO) architecture and federation design.
- Experience integrating SaaS applications using SAML, OIDC, or SCIM provisioning.
- Knowledge of PowerShell automation and Microsoft Graph APIs for identity administration and reporting.
- Bachelor's Degree Pref
- Identity and Access Administrator certification recommended
- 1 year of related experience
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
Skills Required
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure Active Directory), Microsoft 365, and identity synchronization with on-premises Active Directory
- Experience managing Entra Connect (Azure AD Connect), domain management, identity lifecycle management, and user administration
- Deep understanding of IAM controls including Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Conditional Access, device management, application management, and Zero Trust principles
- Experience with Microsoft identity platforms, including PingFederate, Application Proxy, and hybrid authentication scenarios
- Experience supporting Microsoft 365 applications such as Exchange, Teams, and SharePoint
- Strong expertise in SAML and OpenID Connect (OIDC) federation troubleshooting, certificate lifecycle management, claims mapping, and token inspection
- Ability to diagnose and resolve complex authentication and authorization issues across cloud, hybrid, and federated identity environments
- Knowledge of modern authentication frameworks (MSAL, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect)
- Enterprise SSO architecture and federation design experience
- Experience integrating SaaS applications using SAML, OIDC, or SCIM provisioning
- PowerShell automation and Microsoft Graph API experience for identity administration and reporting
- Bachelor's degree (preferred)
- Identity and Access Administrator certification (recommended)
- 1 year of related experience
IQVIA Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, spanning medical/dental/vision plus programs like telemedicine, EAP resources, and additional insurance options. Feedback suggests the health offering is a meaningful part of the overall rewards package, though details can vary by location and plan design.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include an employer match structure that supports employee contributions through a defined formula. This adds steady long-term value to total rewards beyond base salary.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off offerings include vacation/paid time off, holidays, and flexibility themes, with some roles described as having discretionary or unlimited time-off models. This can make the package feel more attractive even when cash compensation is viewed as only mid-range.
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IQVIA (NYSE:IQV) is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. IQVIA creates intelligent connections across all aspects of healthcare through its analytics, transformative technology, big data resources and extensive domain expertise. IQVIA Connected Intelligence™ delivers powerful insights with speed and agility — enabling customers to accelerate the clinical development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments that improve healthcare outcomes for patients. With approximately 70,000 employees, IQVIA conducts operations in more than 100 countries. To learn more, visit www.iqvia.com.
