Microsoft Active Directory Architect (m/f/d)

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Microsoft Active Directory Architect (m/f/d) We are Covestro.

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As a Microsoft Active Directory Architect (m/f/d) in our Identity and Access Management team, you will play a key role in advancing our digital identity infrastructure. In addition to our diverse benefits, a full-time position comes with an attractive starting salary between €89,400/year and €108,500/year plus a variable component.

What awaits you in this role: • You develop strategy, technical design and architectural guidelines for our company-wide IAM and Active Directory environment • Together with your IAM colleagues, you drive the transformation to modern identity and directory technologies – including shared ownership of relevant roadmap workstreams and regular communication of status and progress • Identifying innovative technology solutions that reduce costs, increase efficiency and minimise risks is equally part of your responsibilities • You support engineering and operations teams through targeted expert guidance during the implementation of developed solutions • In close collaboration with Audit, Risk, Compliance and Security teams, you address open items and consistently prioritise necessary remediation measures • Through presentations, workshops and the creation of content, you actively contribute to knowledge sharing around IAM standards and best practices What you bring to the table: • A completed university degree in information technology as well as deep expertise in Microsoft Active Directory, DNS and relevant Microsoft technologies • Strong expertise in integrating on-premises AD with cloud environments such as MS Entra ID for hybrid identity management • Proficiency in PowerShell or comparable scripting languages for automation and audit queries • Experience with multi-factor authentication, privileged account management and ideally IT/OT architectures – preferably from the chemical industry • Relevant certifications (Identity and Access Administrator, CISSP or CISM) are a clear advantage • Strong communication and influencing skills as well as the ability to independently learn new technologies and act in a solution‑oriented manner under pressure • Good German language skills and fluent English, both written and spoken Benefits • Mentorenprogramm/Coaching • Firmenevents • Kantine We are curious.

We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18,000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.

Shape the digital identity of tomorrow with us You want to make a real technological impact at a globally operating chemical company? At Covestro, we combine a drive for innovation with a clear commitment to sustainability – and we're looking for people who embody both.

You will shape how Covestro accesses its systems securely and efficiently across the globe – with real creative latitude, direct collaboration with leadership bodies and global partners, and an environment that values technical depth just as much as out-of-the-box thinking.

The starting salary is based on your qualifications and professional experience.