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Hybrid
Location
Salary
$86,100–$169,800 / yr
Posted
10 days ago
Closes
Nov 23, 2026

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $180k
This role $128k
$68k most similar roles pay here $253k

This role pays less than 92% of similar roles. Most pay $152,150–$208,800 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $128k versus about $180k for comparable roles.

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TL;DR · | Microsoft Careers

As a Cloud Solution Architect - Cybersecurity (Identity) at Microsoft Federal, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to empowering the U.S. Federal Government through cutting-edge technology solutions. Your primary responsibility is leading Identity and Access Management engagements, serving as the technical authority for identity systems such as Active Directory, Microsoft Identity Manager, and AD FS. You will drive hybrid identity initiatives, implement MFA and Conditional Access, and apply Zero Trust principles to ensure secure digital transformation. Collaborating with security, apps, infrastructure partners, and account teams, you will build trusted relationships with customers while providing feedback to influence product direction. This role requires a strong background in on-premises identity technologies, modern identity concepts like Microsoft Entra ID, and familiarity with U.S. Federal identity requirements. Ideal candidates possess certifications such as SC-300: Identity and Access Administrator and SC-100: Cybersecurity Architect, along with an active Top Secret Clearance with SCI access based on a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with Polygraph.

What you'll do

  • Lead Identity and Access Management (IAM) engagements as the primary technical authority.
  • Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise identity systems like Microsoft Active Directory and AD FS.
  • Assist with hybrid identity initiatives involving integration of Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID.
  • Apply Zero Trust principles to Identity and Access Management operations.
  • Identify and remediate security risks related to identity systems.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2+ years of experience in cloud/infrastructure technologies.
  • Active U.S. Government Top Secret Clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
  • Experience designing or implementing on-premises identity technologies such as Microsoft Active Directory, AD FS, MIM.
  • Understanding of Zero Trust security principles and modern identity concepts like Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Conditional Access.
  • Familiarity with U.S. Federal identity and security requirements including ICAM, E-ICAM, and Zero Trust guidance.
  • Demonstrated interest in growing technical expertise in Microsoft Entra ID and cloud-based identity architectures.
  • Ability to lead Identity and Access Management engagements and collaborate with various teams on customer projects.

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