Manager - Identity & Authentication Infrastructure
Location:King Of Prussia, PA, US, 19406
Workplace Environment: Hybrid
Company: UGI Corporation
Requisition Number: 26661
UGI Corporation (NYSE: UGI) is a holding company that distributes and markets energy products and services through our subsidiaries and the company’s common stock is a balanced growth and income investment. UGI Corporation has paid common dividends for more than 135 consecutive years.
In addition to a challenging career and competitive compensation, our employees enjoy:
Generous and Family-friendly Health & Welfare Benefits Including:
•Medical, Vision, and Dental Plans
•Optional Health Savings Account
•Optional Dependent Care Savings Account
•Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
•Employee Assistance Program
Additional Benefits Include:
•401K with a generous company match
•Assistance with Professional Credentialing
•Employee Discount Programs
Position Summary:
Identity & Authentication Infrastructure is responsible for managing both the technical architecture and a team of implementation specialists for our organization's identity & authentication infrastructure. This role oversees on-premises Active Directory, ADFS, NPS, ADCS, Entra ID integration, and modern authentication protocols. The ideal candidate will oversee secure authentication systems while effectively leading, developing, and mentoring a technical team. This position combines hands-on technical expertise with people management skills to ensure robust authentication services across our hybrid environment.
Essential Functions:
Technical Leadership
•Design, implement, and deploy comprehensive Active Directory & Authentication Infrastructure aligned with business objectives and security requirements
•Lead and execute the strategic planning and management of authentication services including AD DS infrastructure, ADFS, NPS, ADCS, Entra ID connectivity, and modern authentication protocols (SAML, etc.)
•Configure and manage Conditional Access policies, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Single Sign-On (SSO) solutions across the organization
•Develop and implement technical roadmaps for identity & authentication infrastructure that support both on-premises and cloud services
•Design and implement federation services using ADFS, SAML, and other protocols for secure application access
•Execute authentication security architecture implementing Zero Trust principles across the organization's authentication systems
Team Management
•Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing team of Active Directory and authentication specialists
•Lead, mentor, and provide career development guidance to team members
•Manage team workload, priorities, and resource allocation to meet organizational needs
•Establish clear performance expectations and conduct regular performance reviews
•Create and maintain a collaborative and supportive team environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement
•Develop and implement standardized procedures and best practices for the team
•Coordinate cross-functional projects involving authentication infrastructure
•Hold regular team meetings to ensure alignment, knowledge sharing, and progress updates
•Advocate for team needs and resources with senior leadership
Operational Management
•Assess current authentication infrastructure, implement improvements, and optimize directory services
•Ensure Active Directory environments are maintained per Microsoft best practices and UGI security policies/standards
•Oversee project planning, implementation, and tracking for authentication infrastructure initiatives
•Set KPIs and metrics for authentication infrastructure performance and team productivity
•Develop strategies for improving authentication infrastructure processes, procedures, and operations
•Manage vendor relationships related to authentication technologies
•Prepare and manage budget for authentication infrastructure tools and resources
•Communicate updates as needed to leadership stakeholders
•Coordinate the completion of projects and service deliverables
•Ensure proper documentation of all authentication systems and processes
•Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, incidents and problems
•License management support
•M365 platform governance and compliance
Special Projects
M365 product and operational support as needed
Other duties as needed
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
•Deep understanding of Microsoft Active Directory and Authentication Systems, design principles and best practices.
•Experience with deploying/managing AD DS infrastructure, ADFS, NPS, ADCS, and Entra ID connectivity.
•Understanding of Group Policy management and deployment strategies.
•Familiarity with AD, Entra ID, Office 365, SSO, Conditional Access, SSO and Zero Trust architecture principles and implementation strategies.
•Excellent communication and presentation abilities to effectively engage with diverse audiences including C-level executives, IT teams, and end users, translating technical concepts into business value.
•Project management capabilities with experience leading cross-functional initiatives, managing vendor relationships, and coordinating complex technology implementations across multiple business units.
•Security-centered approach with practical implementation skills. Background/understanding of information security, compliance frameworks, and governance principles is a plus.
•Experience in team management, including resource planning, performance management, and mentoring.
•Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to resolve complex infrastructure issues.
•Results-orientation, adaptability, continuous learning and strong work ethic.
Education:
•Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
•7 or more years of experience in IT and business/industry.
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All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
UGI Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in its practices.
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