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About the Role

Penta Consulting, a technology service provider and outsourced partner delivering professional and managed solutions across EMEA, is seeking a Cloud Solution Architect for a contract position in Riyadh. This role requires fluency in Arabic.

Role Overview

The Cloud Solution Architect will be responsible for designing and validating cloud identity and access management solutions, ensuring alignment with best practices and security principles. The position involves advising clients on identity integration across various Azure services and workloads.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and validate Microsoft Entra ID architectures, encompassing identity lifecycle, access governance, hybrid identity, and secure access patterns.
• Provide expert advice to customers on identity integration strategies for Azure workloads, Azure Virtual Desktop, and Windows 365.
• Ensure all implemented identity solutions adhere to Zero Trust principles and Microsoft's recommended best practices.

Required Technical Expertise

• Proficiency in Microsoft Entra ID (Identity & Access Management).
• Experience with Azure Backup solutions.
• Knowledge of Azure Local and Azure Stack HCI.

Accreditations and Professional Development

Candidates are expected to possess or be actively pursuing relevant Cloud Solution Architect (CSA) accreditations across the specified technologies. The ability to maintain certifications in line with delivery and staffing requirements is essential. Regular skills reviews and updates, occurring approximately every 90 days, are required to align with CSA tooling and governance standards.

Work Context

This is a contract role based in Riyadh. The position requires a professional with 5-10 years of experience in cloud solution architecture, specifically focusing on Microsoft Azure technologies and identity management.