Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Active Directory Expert to design, implement, and maintain our enterprise-level Active Directory (AD) infrastructure. This role is critical in ensuring the security, stability, and efficiency of our IT environment. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical knowledge of AD, Group Policy, and related Microsoft technologies, with a proven track record of managing complex, large-scale deployments. Key Responsibilities • Design & Architecture: Lead the design and architecture of the Active Directory and Group Policy infrastructure to meet evolving business needs. • Implementation & Administration: Manage the end-to-end implementation and ongoing administration of AD, including domain controllers, sites, trusts, and replication. • Group Policy Management: Create, configure, and maintain Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to enforce security policies, manage user settings, and deploy applications. • Security & Compliance: Ensure the security of the AD environment by implementing best practices, monitoring for threats, and conducting regular audits to maintain compliance. • Troubleshooting: Serve as the final escalation point for complex Active Directory and authentication-related issues. • Collaboration: Work closely with IT teams, including network, security, and application development, to ensure seamless integration of AD services. • Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of the AD infrastructure, policies, and procedures. • Scripting & Automation: Utilize scripting languages like PowerShell to automate routine tasks and enhance efficiency. Qualifications • Experience: • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in Active Directory design, implementation, and administration. • Proven experience with large-scale, enterprise AD environments. • Technical Skills: • Expert-level knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy. • In-depth understanding of authentication protocols such as Kerberos, NTLM, and OAuth. • Extensive experience with PowerShell scripting for AD management and automation. • Familiarity with Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) and hybrid identity solutions is highly desirable.

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