Active Directory Administrator Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Hannover Re; Hannover; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility

Work Abroad

Pension scheme

Employee shares

Lifelong learning

Digital tools (AI Copilot)

Job summary

Hannover Re, headquartered in Hannover, Germany, seeks an Active Directory Administrator for Identity and Access Management (IAM). You will manage AD, security controls and cloud integrations to secure user access across systems.

The role teams with Global Information Technology to design authorisation concepts and govern IAM services, while supporting colleagues in a hybrid work environment with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Completed vocational training as an IT Specialist for System Integration or degree in (Business) Informatics or comparable qualification.
• Several years of experience in the administration of Microsoft Windows Server (L2, L3) and Active Directory environments, with scripting (PowerShell).
• Good knowledge of LDAP, Group Policy, Microsoft Entra ID, single sign-on solutions and current security standards.
• Experience in secure implementation and governance of AI agents and cloud technologies (Azure, AWS) is desirable.
• Fluent German and English language skills with strong communication abilities.
• Strong technical understanding and a team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Operate and further develop Active Directory and other IAM systems.
• Design security-relevant system changes, implement and document them.
• Administer platforms and interfaces; provide 2nd/3rd level support.
• Contribute to projects connecting new services to IAM systems.
• Advise business and project teams on authorization concepts for applications.
• Manage external IT service providers.

Skills

Active Directory administration

PowerShell scripting

Windows Server

LDAP & Group Policy

Microsoft Entra ID

SSO & security standards

German and English

Education

Vocational IT Specialist for System Integration

Degree in (Business) Informatics or related

Tools

Microsoft Entra ID

Azure

AWS

Job description

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Active Directory Administrator Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Reference Number: 3320

Contract Type: Regular

Working Time: Full-Time

Hannover Re – as one of the world’s leading reinsurers, we provide coverage for the risks of yesterday, today and tomorrow. Our strength?Connecting Power: Within our global team of around 4,000 colleagues, we bring together knowledge, perspectives and a strong sense of responsibility. We rely on one another, challenge ourselves and continuously develop both our services and our products. Whether working with risk calculation models, developing digital tools or creating pragmatic solutions for our clients: here, you can contribute your expertise and actively shape what comes next.Sounds good? Get to know us as a reliable employer and find your place with us.

Let's connect: If you want to experience how things are done in the GIT-ES Identity & Access Management team at our headquarters in Hannover / Germany, join us on a permanent basis, commencing at the earliest possible date as a Active Directory Administrator Identity and Access Management (IAM).

Within the Identity & Access Management team in Global Information Technology - End User Services, we ensure that employees can access systems securely and efficiently. We manage our identity management solutions and platforms and jointly design access and authorisation concepts as well as the continuous development of our IAM landscape. #LI-DNI

You can look forward to

• Operate and further develop Active Directory as well as other Identity & Access Management systems such as Microsoft Identity Manager and Microsoft Entra ID
• Design (security-relevant) system changes, implement them and document them
• Administer the platforms used and their associated interfaces and provide technical support (2nd/3rd level)
• Contribute to projects for connecting new services to the IAM systems
• Advise business and project teams on the development of authorisation concepts for applications
• Manage external IT service providers

You come equipped with

• Completed vocational training as an IT Specialist for System Integration and/or a degree in (Business) Informatics or a comparable qualification
• Several years of experience in the administration of Microsoft Windows Server (L2, L3), Active Directory environments and scripting (PowerShell)
• Good knowledge of LDAP, Group Policy, Microsoft Entra ID, single sign-on solutions and current security standards
• Experience in the secure implementation and governance of AI agents as well as the use of cloud-based technologies (Azure, AWS) is desirable
• Fluent German and English language skills combined with strong communication skills
• Strong technical understanding and a team-oriented way of working

You may not meet every requirement listed in the job description. However, if you bring strong expertise and identify with our values Responsibility, We-spirit and Drive, we look forward to receiving your application!

We offer you

• Flexibility: A hybrid work model with flexible working hours and 30 days of annual leave
• Work Abroad: Up to 30 days a year within the EU Member States, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland
• Financial Benefits: Company pension scheme, employee shares at favourable conditions, vacation and Christmas allowances as well as financial participation in the company's success
• Worry-free Relocation: Wrap-around (financial) support for your accommodation search and relocation to Hannover
• Lifelong Learning: Innovative programme of further training, including e-learning, specialist seminars, soft skills training, language courses, opportunities for work shadowing in other departments
• Digital Fitness: In short training sessions, we show you how to make your daily work more efficient and smarter using our AI tools – especially Microsoft Copilot
• Healthy Work Environment: Ergonomic workstations, outstanding canteen with rich selection of regional dishes ranging from vegan to hearty made with organic ingredients
• Corporate Fitness: Epassi membership (formerly Hansefit) across Germany or at Daily Fitness gym in Hannover (here also with access for family members)
• Corporate Benefits: Discounts on products and services from well-known vendors (including travel, fashion and technology)
• Individual Family Support: Company daycare facility and free, anonymous external counselling on personal, professional and psychological matters
• Mobility: Ease of mobility with a free pass on local public transport (Deutschlandticket) and bicycle leasing (JobRad), free parking and electric charging stations for cars and bikes
• Connecting Power: Together we enjoy parties, team events and internal networking activities

We are #somewhatdifferent – people with their own stories, experiences, and career paths. Everyone is welcome!