Key Cloak Administrator

Job Role: Key Cloak Administrator

Location: New York City, NY (Hybrid)

Duration: 12 months/Contract to Hire

Work Authorization: USC and GC

Interview Mode: In Person

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Keycloak Administrator and Configuration Expert to manage, configure, and optimize our identity and access management (IAM) solution using Keycloak. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of Keycloak, strong technical expertise in identity management protocols, and a proven ability to customize and integrate Keycloak to meet organizational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Keycloak Administration:

• Install, configure, and manage Keycloak instances.
• Maintain and monitor Keycloak environments to ensure high availability and performance.
• Perform regular updates, patches, and upgrades.

Configuration & Customization:

• Configure Keycloak realms, clients, users, roles, and groups.
• Customize login flows, themes, and authentication mechanisms to align with organizational branding and security requirements.
• Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) and other advanced security features.

Integration:

• Integrate Keycloak with third-party systems and applications using OpenID Connect (OIDC), SAML, and other protocols.
• Develop and maintain integrations with LDAP/Active Directory and other identity providers.
• Implement single sign-on (SSO) solutions across various platforms.

Security Management:

• Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices.
• Implement access control policies and fine-grained authorization.
• Monitor and troubleshoot security incidents related to authentication and access control.

Support & Troubleshooting:

• Provide technical support to users and teams for authentication and access-related issues.
• Debug and resolve Keycloak issues in a timely manner.

Documentation & Training:

• Create and maintain detailed documentation for Keycloak configurations, integrations, and processes.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams on Keycloak usage and administration.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with development, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of Keycloak.

Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3 years of experience in Keycloak administration and configuration.
• Experience with identity management systems and IAM solutions.
• Expertise in Keycloak configuration, administration, and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of IAM protocols (OIDC, SAML, OAuth 2.0).
• Experience with LDAP, Active Directory, and SSO integration.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) for automation.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Understanding of network and application security principles.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to issue resolution.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with DevOps tools and practices.
• Knowledge of other IAM solutions or frameworks.
•  Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their identity management services