Solution Architect

Identity Architect Microsoft Entra ID & IAM

Lead the strategic design, governance and uplift of enterprise identity and access management architecture across a complex government ICT environment, including Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory and Zero Trust-aligned identity controls.

Location: Canberra, ACT

Work Arrangement: Onsite, with hybrid working arrangements potentially accepted

Contract Duration: To 30 June 2027, with 1 x 12-month extension option

Security Clearance Requirement: Must be able to obtain NV1 clearance

Closing Date: 26 August 2026, 11:59pm Canberra time

Essential Tasks

• Lead the design, governance and continual improvement of enterprise identity architecture.
• Develop identity roadmaps, standards, reference patterns and architecture decisions.
• Architect identity solutions across Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, SSO, MFA and cloud/on-premise services.
• Provide architectural assurance, technical leadership and advice across identity-related initiatives.

Key Criteria

• Extensive experience designing and governing enterprise identity and access management architecture.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, federation, SSO, MFA and identity integration.
• Deep knowledge of identity lifecycle management, privileged access, RBAC/ABAC and entitlement governance.
• Strong architecture leadership, stakeholder engagement and technology risk management capability.

About Compas

Compas Pty Ltd is a Canberra based wholly Australian owned, Recruitment and Services company that has been operating since 1987. We specialise in the provision of permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services, as well as specialised Consulting assignments.

YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE

Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must be able to obtain an NV1 clearance.