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LEAD IT SPECIALIST - SR. IT SPECIALIST - Cloud Identity, PKI, and AI Specialist

Southwest Research Institute

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 4 days ago

    Highlights

    Support and maintain identity and federation services, including Active Directory (user and group management, roles, delegation), Entra ID app registrations, service principals, Conditional Access, RBAC, ADFS configuration and integration with internal and external applications. Maintain documentation of identity architectures, PKI designs, AI enablement patterns, and change records for audits and future engineers, and research and propose improvements to identity, PKI, certificate lifecycle, and AI enablement, including automation and governance tooling.

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    LocationSan Antonio, TX
    IndustryEngineering Services
    Company Size2,000 to 2,499 employees
    Year Founded1947
    Websitehttp://www.swri.org/

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    Who We Are:

    Our team, the Cloud Services team within the Information Technology Center, is responsible for EntraID (formerly Azure)/M365 cloud services and Active Directory for the Enterprise. The team provides support and implementation services to the entire organizations IT infrastructure.

    Objectives of this Role:

    • Manage and enhance internal Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), ADFS (Active Directory Federation Services), and Certificate Lifecycle Management (e.g. Keyfactor Command) to maintain secure, reliable access to enterprise resources.
    • Design and implement secure identity and access patterns for Azure and AWS services, including Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Hub/Foundry, Azure Cognitive Services, and AWS Bedrock.
    • Lead the design, configuration, and maintenance of Entra ID (Azure AD) app registrations, service principals, and RBAC models that provide controlled, auditable access to cloud and AI workloads.
    • Collaborate across IT teams (Cloud, Security, Networking, Applications, Help Desk) to resolve complex issues related to AD, Entra ID, ADFS, PKI, certificates, and cloud identity.
    • Drive best practices for identity and access management, Azure and AWS infrastructure governance, and operational scalability across cloud and on-premises environments.
    • Maintain strong change control discipline and keep supporting documentation up to date.

    Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

    • Manage and support internal PKI and certificate lifecycle processes, including: Administration of CAs, OCSP/CRL endpoints, and certificate trust chains.
    • Configuration and operation of Keyfactor Command certificate discovery, issuance, renewal, and revocation.
    • Support and maintain identity and federation services, including Active Directory (user and group management, roles, delegation), Entra ID app registrations, service principals, Conditional Access, RBAC, ADFS configuration and integration with internal and external applications.
    • Collaborate with IT teams to resolve helpdesk tickets related to: AD and Entra ID authentication and authorization issues.
    • ADFS sign-on/federation problems and claims troubleshooting.
    • Certificate deployment, trust, and lifecycle problems impacting applications and services.
    • Implement and maintain secure access for Azure and AWS AI platforms, including: App registrations and security group-based access controls for Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Hub/Foundry, and Azure Cognitive Services.
    • IAM roles, policies, and network/security configuration for AWS service.
    • Maintain documentation of identity architectures, PKI designs, AI enablement patterns, and change records for audits and future engineers, and research and propose improvements to identity, PKI, certificate lifecycle, and AI enablement, including automation and governance tooling.

    Requirements:

    • Requires a Bachelors degree in Information Technology or related degree field with relevant experience. In lieu of a Bachelors degree, 10 years of professional level experience, a high school education or equivalent with related certifications will be considered.
    • Related Microsoft certifications are preferred.
    • 6 years: Hands-on experience managing enterprise identity platforms, including: Active Directory domain services. Entra ID (Azure AD) app registrations, service principals, and Conditional Access. ADFS design, configuration, and support.
    • 3 years: Managing a PKI environment and certificate lifecycle, including: Internal CA infrastructure, OCSP/CRL, and certificate templates.
    • Demonstrated experience designing and securing access for Azure and/or AWS solutions, including at least some of the following: Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Hub/Foundry, Azure Cognitive Services. AWS Bedrock or similar AWS AI/ML services.
    • Strong understanding of identity and access management best practices, including: Role-based access control (RBAC) in Azure and AWS. Least-privilege design, MFA, and Conditional Access. Governance and operational scalability in cloud environments.
    • A valid/clear drivers license is required.

    Special Requirements:

    Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

    Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas

    For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here.

    For benefits information at all other locations, click here.

    An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.

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    Benefits

    Paid Sick Days, Parking, Professional Development, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Care on Site, Merchandise Discounts, Military Leave, On Site Cafeteria

    About Company

    We are R&D problem solvers providing independent, premier services to government and industry clients. Our multidisciplinary nature allows us to rapidly assemble diverse teams to tackle problems from multiple directions. We push the boundaries of science and technology to develop innovative solutions that advance the state of the art and improve human health and safety. Operating as a nonprofit since our 1947 inception, we work in the public’s best interest and toward the betterment of mankind.  At SwRI, we tirelessly pursue innovation and excellence in science and technology for the betterment of humankind. We support work on nearly 4,000 client projects at any given time through a wide range of technical competencies with 2,574 staff members in nine technical divisions. Client services include, but are not limited to, Automotive and Transportation, Biomedical & Health, Chemistry & Materials, Computers and Electronics, Defense & Security, Earth & Space, Energy & Environment, and Manufacturing & Construction. 

    TECHNICAL DIVISIONS

    • Applied Physics-Developing advanced electronic and microelectronic devices, power supplies, voice and data communication systems, robot test services, and payloads
    • Applied Power-Using physical science research and applied engineering to produce sensors, instruments, and hardware used worldwide.
    • Center for Nuclear Waste Regulatory Analyses-Resolving technical and regulatory issues related to a potential geologic repository for spent nuclear fule and high-level radioactive waste.
    • Chemistry and Chemical Engineering-Performing research and technical services using chemistry and chemical engineering technology.
    • Defense and & Intelligence Solutions-Providing advanced direction finding and tracking systems through geolocation system development.
    • Fuels and Lubricants Research-Performing fuels and lubricants research activities to meet regulatory and competitive goals.
    • Intelligent Systems-Providing engineering services in resaerch and development of complex systems and equipment.
    • Mechanical Engineering-Improving safety, reliability, efficiency and life of new or existing mechanical components or systems.
    • Powertrain Engineering-Designing and developing vehicle and engine components to achieve performance and emissions goals.
    • Space Science & Engineering-Developing and managing advanced scientific payloads aboard satellites and sounding rockets.

    PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

    Innovation in science and technology has been a hallmark of Southwest Research Institute since its earliest days. It's no exaggeration to say we are committed to advancing science and applying technology to benefit government, industry, and all humankind. That is our mission. Our multidisciplinary, collaborative approach allows us to successfully solve clients' most challenging problems. Today, we are a leader among independent, nonprofit research and development organizations. Our staff of 2,574 scientists, engineers, analysts, and support staff members continues to accomplish outstanding fundamental and applied engineering and research for clients from diverse segments of government and industry. Adam L. Hamilton, P.E, President and CEO

    IN THE COMMUNITY
    Our staff is expert at developing solutions that help build a better tomorrow today; and that practical, innovative spirit carries through to our community interactions. Staff members generously donate time and outher resources to support food drives, blood drives, and other
    outreach programs. 
    HONORS AND AWARDS
    Southwest Research Institute has earned 43 R&D 100 awards since 1971. Each year R&D Magazine recognizes developments regarded as among the 100 most significant technical accomplishments. The Chicago Tribune dubbed the program "the Oscars of Invention". 

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