Infrastructure & Identity Architect

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An Infrastructure & Identity Architect is critical to the infrastructure that underpins Identity Management by deciding how users, devices, and applications authenticate and access resources securely, drives automation, and supports Cencora's growth through acceleration of mergers/acquisitions. This role will define identity standards and target architecture (e.g., Active Directory and Microsoft Entra), choose authentication methods (SSO, MFA, Conditional Access), and design authorization models (roles, least privilege, privileged access).

They ensure identity services are resilient, compliant, and scalable, guide integrations using common protocols (SAML/OIDC/OAuth), and lead modernization efforts such as hybrid identity and legacy auth retirement.

The Infrastructure Architect will provide technical leadership, drive high-level decision-making, and design long-term strategies for our Identity Infrastructure. This role requires expertise in aligning technology solutions with Cencora's operations and business objectives. Locating this position in the U.S. ensures alignment with strategic priorities, real-time collaboration with ISO / IAM stakeholders, and seamless integration with U.S.

-based teams.

This individual will work directly with me to design current and future Identity Infrastructure and collaborate closely with U.S.

-based architects and engineering teams from ISO and Identity Management. While proximity to the Conshohocken HQ is preferred, a permanent remote U.S.

-based arrangement is acceptable.

As the technical lead for Directory and Authentication infrastructure, this position specializes in Microsoft Entra, Windows Active Directory, and related identity platforms. This architect is responsible for designing and implementing identity solutions that enhance security, reliability, and usability across the enterprise. The infrastructure supports identity management, strengthens security controls, delivers a seamless user experience, and improves IT operational efficiency.

In this role, the Architect for Directory and Authentication is responsible for:

• Develop and maintain architecture for identity management solutions that align with organizational strategies.
• Design and implement technical road maps to meet requirements for on-prem and cloud hosted technologies.
• Partner with Identity Management organization to enable identity lifecycle automation (joiner-mover-leaver) and privileged access management (PAM).

• Create solutions that address business needs while ensuring secure access to systems and data.
• Recommend opportunities to improve user experience while ensuring authentication is secured against threats.
• Consult with project teams to recommend Identity Infrastructure options for new applications and new acquisitions.

• Incorporate advanced technologies like AI and machine learning to enhance identity verification and governance.
• Stay updated on emerging trends in identity management and adapt solutions accordingly.
• Plan and deploy Conditional Access policies to enforce secure access controls leveraging Entra features, such as risk‑based Conditional Access.

• Work with cross‑functional teams to integrate identity solutions with existing IT infrastructure.
• Ensure seamless collaboration across platforms while maintaining security.

• Focus on creating intuitive and user‑friendly identity solutions.
• Balance security measures with ease of access for end‑users.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, System Analysis or a related field. Or equivalent work experience.
• Qualifications often include deep knowledge of identity and…