Job Description

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

Our Identity and Access Management (IAM) team, composed of 4 people, is integrated in the Digital Technology Security and Center of Expertise and focuses on design, implement and support the Identity and Access Management technologies and processes to secure and provide the right accesses to the right people at the right time with the best user experience, in collaboration with Digital Technology department.

As an Active Directory and Entra ID Engineer, you will work on managing the activities of Directory, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Single Sign-On (SSO) Services, within high collaboration with other IT teams and business stakeholders to support our internal customers. You will get the opportunity to contribute to Group’s security accesses and compliance and have a positive impact on Solvay Security Transformation. You will be accountable for:

• Service Delivery & Performance: Oversee end-to-end service delivery, ensuring performance meets agreed standards and customer expectations through KPI and metrics monitoring.
• Incident & Change Management: Act as the primary stakeholder contact, serving as the escalation point for major incidents and overseeing service changes in line with change management best practices.
• Service Strategy & Design: Contribute to the service lifecycle roadmap with Architects and Engineers, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and support the creation and negotiation of SLAs and OLAs.
• Risk & Compliance Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate business and security risks while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Continuous Improvement & Governance: Drive continuous improvement initiatives through service reviews and audits, ensuring ongoing compliance with standards and policies.

We offer a permanent contract based on hybrid working mode.

About you

Relevant education degree or equivalent in Computer Science or Information Technology. Relevant work experience of minimum 6 years in IT, business, management operations, or related professional areas; 5 years of experience with Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory, Ping Identity, or other federated identity providers; 5+ years of experience managing third-party and contract labor.

Competencies:

• Fluency in English
• Project management skills to plan and execute Identity-related projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget
• Knowledge of scripting languages and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell); Security Protocols such as OAuth, SAML, OpenID Connect, LDAP, Kerberos, NTLM; Familiarity with encryption methods and cryptographic protocols to secure authentication processes

Behaviors:

• Strong leadership capability
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Establish rapport and influencing skills

About the pay

Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. The base pay expected for this role is € 39440 - € 60500 per year in Portugal.

Your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.

Benefits:

• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.

About us

Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.

We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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