Senior Product Owner – Enterprise Directory Services (Digital Workplace | Active Directory & Microsoft Entra ID)
Summary
Owns and evolves enterprise identity services (Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID) for global IT and OT environments, defining strategy and backlog to deliver secure authentication for thousands of users and applications.
Project Overview
We are looking for a Senior Product Owner – Enterprise Directory Services to join the Digital Infrastructure Portfolio within the Digital Workplace domain.
In this strategic global role, you will own and drive the evolution of Enterprise Directory Services, including On-Premises Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID environments across both IT and Operational Technology (OT) landscapes.
You will be responsible for ensuring secure, reliable, and seamless authentication and identity services that enable thousands of employees and business applications worldwide. Working closely with global stakeholders, architects, and technology partners, you will define the product strategy, manage the product backlog, and drive continuous improvements aligned with business priorities.
Technologies
- On-Premises Active Directory
- Microsoft Entra ID
- Enterprise IT Infrastructure
- Operational Technology (OT)
- Agile / Scrum
What We're Looking For
We are seeking a Product Owner who combines strategic thinking with strong execution capabilities and technical understanding.
The ideal candidate demonstrates:
- Entrepreneurial mindset.
- Inspirational leadership.
- Strong business acumen.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to influence senior leadership.
- Results-driven approach with a strong sense of ownership and urgency.
- Passion for delivering secure, scalable, and business-focused digital workplace services.
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Product Owner, Product Manager, or similar leadership role within Enterprise Infrastructure or Identity Services.
- Proven leadership experience managing Enterprise Directory Services in a multinational environment.
- Demonstrated experience leading global cross-functional teams, including both internal employees and external service providers.
- Strong track record in evaluating, selecting, and implementing new technologies supported by formal global business cases and financial analysis.
- Hands-on knowledge of:
- On-Premises Active Directory
- Microsoft Entra ID
- Enterprise Identity & Access Management concepts
- Experience working across both IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including interaction with senior executives.
- Experience working in Agile environments and managing Product Backlogs.
Nice to Have
- Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO) certification.
- Experience working with global technology vendors and strategic partners.
- Experience defining enterprise architecture standards and technology roadmaps.