Accenture

Solution Architect, Identity & Access Management

Accenture • $164K — $195K *
New York City, NY 10025Hybrid
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in cybersecurity, IAM, security architecture, or consulting
  • Expertise in Microsoft Entra and modern enterprise identity platforms
  • Experience transitioning from presales to delivery architecture
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • Preferred: leading large-scale IAM or identity modernization initiatives
  • Preferred: familiarity with Microsoft Entra Suite governance and secure access services
  • Preferred: relevant certifications like SC-300, AZ-500, SC-100, or CISSP

Responsibilities

  • Lead IAM initiatives from qualification through to delivery
  • Design and define technical solutions including scope and architecture
  • Act as primary architect during client meetings and negotiations
  • Transform business and security needs into secure IAM architectures
  • Create client-facing documentation such as architecture diagrams and delivery plans
  • Clarify technical direction to enhance solution development
  • Ensure continuity from initial engagement to project delivery

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) plan with bonus opportunities
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • Market competitive benefits package
Full Job Description
This is a hybrid role open to candidates located in most major U.S. markets. Travel is required based on client needs.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Identity & Access Management (IAM) Solution Architect to help expand Avanade’s IAM business by leading opportunities from qualification through closure and into delivery. This role is ideal for a pursuit‑to‑delivery architect who combines strong solution architecture skills with hands‑on implementation experience.

You will serve as the technical authority throughout the sales lifecycle—shaping architecture, defining scope and assumptions, supporting commercial proposals, and transitioning seamlessly into delivery to maintain continuity, quality, and client trust.

The role focuses on Microsoft identity and secure access solutions, with an emphasis on Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Entra Suite, and the broader Microsoft security ecosystem supporting modern workforce access, Zero Trust, identity governance, privileged access, and secure connectivity to private and internet resources.


What You’ll Do
  • Lead IAM opportunities from pipeline qualification through contract signing, supporting a smooth transition into delivery
  • Own end‑to‑end technical solutioning, including architecture design, scope definition, estimates, assumptions, dependencies, and delivery considerations
  • Act as the primary technical architect in client meetings, workshops, solution reviews, and negotiations
  • Translate business and security requirements into scalable, secure, and deliverable IAM architectures
  • Develop high‑quality client and internal materials such as architecture diagrams, implementation approaches, staffing models, statements of work, and delivery plans
  • Accelerate qualification and solution development by reducing ambiguity and providing clear technical direction
  • Improve win rates by strengthening solution quality, delivery readiness, and technical credibility throughout pursuits
  • Maintain ownership continuity from early shaping through delivery handoff, minimizing rework and information loss
  • Collaborate closely with sales, alliances, consulting, and delivery teams to ensure what is sold is executable and aligned to client outcomes

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Qualifications

Required

  • 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, IAM, security architecture, or consulting
  • Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Entra and modern enterprise identity platforms
  • Experience moving from presales or pursuits into delivery architecture
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

Preferred

  • Experience leading large‑scale IAM or identity modernization programs
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Entra Suite governance and secure access services
  • Experience with Intune, Defender, and identity‑centric security integrations
  • Consulting and large‑scale enterprise delivery experience
  • Relevant certifications such as SC‑300, AZ‑500, SC‑100, CISSP, or equivalent

Compensation at Avanade varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Avanade provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.

We anticipate this job posting will be posted on 4//2026 and open for at least 3 days.

Avanade offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off.

See more information on our benefits here:  

Role Location                                    Annual Salary Range

California                                            $155,200 to $184,300

Cleveland                                           $139,200 to $165,300

Colorado                                             $139,200 to $165,300

District of Columbia                     $155,200 to $184,300

Illinois                                                  $150,400 to $178,600

Maryland                                            $155,200 to $184,300

Massachusetts                                $155,200 to $184,300

Minnesota                                          $150,400 to $178,600

New York                                            $164,800 to $195,700

New Jersey                                        $150,400 to $178,600

Washington                                      $155,200 to $184,300

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About Accenture

Accenture plc is a multinational professional services company that provides services in strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations. The company has more than 537,000 employees serving clients in more than 120 countries. Accenture operates across five business segments: Communications, Media & Technology; Financial Services; Health & Public Service; Products; and Resources. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and has offices worldwide.
Learn more about Accenture
Size
624,000 employees
Market Cap
$173.8 billion
Industry
Business Services
Net Income
$5.2 billion
Founded
1989
5 Year Trend
+11.2%
Revenue
$44.7 billion
NASDAQ
ACN
* Ladders Estimates

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