IT Solutions Architect

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Date: Dec 3, 2025

Location: Obispado, NLE, MX, 64060

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 72146

 

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Role Purpose

Corning is seeking a highly skilled Identity Management Professional to join our team as a platform and solutions architect. The selected candidate will play a pivotal role in architecting, deploying, and optimizing enterprise identity solutions using Microsoft technologies. This role requires deep technical expertise, hands-on experience, and a passion for driving secure digital transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement Microsoft identity and access management solutions, including Microsoft Entra ID, Entra Identity Governance (IGA), Entra External ID, and support integrations and with on-premises Active Directory, and hybrid identity environments.
  • Oversee architecture for single sign-on and enhance automation efforts for application integration to Corning’s single sign-on platform adhering to policy and best practices.
  • Lead identity transformation projects, including migrations, cloud integrations, and modernization initiatives.
  • Develop and enforce security best practices for authentication, authorization, and identity governance.  Maintain internal roadmap to align with vendor solutions and business objectives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate identity solutions with business applications, cloud services, and third-party platforms.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex identity-related technical issues, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
  • Advise stakeholders on identity security strategies, compliance requirements (such as MFA, Conditional Access), and emerging trends.
  • Document solution architectures, implementation procedures, and operational guidelines and work with operational teams to incorporate into runbooks and operating procedures.
  • Provide training and knowledge transfer to IT staff and end-users as needed.

Experiences/Education - Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field required
  • Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, Azure Solutions Architect) preferred
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft identity and access management solutions or equivalent Identity Management Platform
  • Proven track record of successful technical implementations and enterprise-scale identity transformations
  • Strong command of the Microsoft Entra product family: Microsoft Entra ID, including Premium features (e.g., Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management, Identity Protection), and Microsoft Entra Identity Governance (IGA)
  • On-premises Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), Federation Services (AD FS), and Group Policy
  • Microsoft Entra Connect, AD synchronization, and hybrid identity management
  • Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team including internal resources and external partners
  • Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with Microsoft identity technologies.

 

Travel: Minimal

 

 

A job that shapes a life. 

Corning offers you the total package. 

 

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one. 

  • Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win. 

  • As part of our commitment to your financial well-being and in addition to full Mexico statutory benefits, we offer food coupons that ease daily costs, and a structured savings fund to support your long-term financial goals.  

  • Salaried employees are eligible for comprehensive medical and dental coverage. Additionally, all employees are covered by company-sponsored life insurance, total permanent disability protection, paid time off, and have access to our Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family. 

  • Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions. 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.

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