Principal, Solutions ArchitectureSelby Jennings • Chicago, IL, United States

Principal, Solutions Architecture

Selby Jennings • Chicago, IL, United States

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About the Role :

A leading financial services organization is seeking a Principal Solution Architect to join its Technology Engineering team. This is a strategic role focused on enterprise identity management, Microsoft 365 optimization, and cloud integration. You will design and implement secure, scalable identity solutions that enable seamless access across a complex enterprise environment while ensuring compliance, interoperability, and security.

This position is ideal for a technical leader who thrives in large‑scale environments, understands the nuances of financial industry regulations, and can architect solutions that balance innovation with risk management.

Key Responsibilities

As a Principal Solution Architect, you will work on :

Identity & Access Management Architecture

Design and implement vendor‑neutral IAM architectures that integrate with multiple enterprise systems.
Develop strategic roadmaps for identity services, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance requirements.
Establish standards and best practices for identity management across heterogeneous environments.
Drive architecture strategies for Microsoft 365 services, including Entra ID (Azure AD) and hybrid identity solutions.
Optimize licensing models and implement cost‑saving strategies without compromising security or functionality.
Ensure seamless integration between cloud infrastructure services, virtual desktop environments, and identity platforms.

Security & Compliance

Implement information protection and rights management solutions across platforms.

Ensure adherence to industry regulations and internal security policies.

Conduct impact analysis for new identity services and design modifications to existing systems.

Innovation & Proof of Concept

Lead proof‑of‑concept initiatives for emerging identity technologies.

Evaluate new tools, technologies, and processes to improve efficiency and scalability.

Act as a subject matter expert for troubleshooting and resolving complex identity issues.

Partner with infrastructure teams, product managers, and developers to deliver integrated solutions.

Provide technical mentorship and knowledge transfer to cross‑functional teams.

Take ownership of identity management discipline and manage all Level 2 related issues in the enterprise ecosystem.

Qualifications

Experience : 10+ years in enterprise identity management, with strong Microsoft 365 expertise.

Technical Expertise : Deep knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Azure AD Connect, and hybrid identity solutions.

Protocols : Proficiency in SAML, OAuth, OIDC, and federation technologies.

Cloud Services : Experience with virtual desktop solutions and cloud infrastructure.

Automation : Strong scripting skills in PowerShell and Python for identity automation.

Problem‑Solving : Ability to perform root‑cause analysis and implement permanent fixes.

Collaboration : Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

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