Active Directory Systems Administrator

The Active Directory Engineer supplies support, implementation, and administration services for Microsoft Active Directory and Windows-based systems across the enterprise, including directory and identity management solutions. They resolve and appropriately completes assigned cases and change requests and act as an escalation point for support issues. They apply innovative solutions through research and collaboration with the team and determine course of action for new application initiatives. They implement new software solutions as required by the business. The core infrastructure technology duties include enterprise Microsoft Active Directory and Windows file services administration, global system security and policy configuration, Identity management and virtualization, and top-level support for enterprise-wide initiatives.

This role requires an in-depth knowledge of Active Directory, Federation, Azure AD (Active Directory), Windows Server 2012/2012 R2/2016, Windows security, AD (Active Directory) Proxy, DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol), DNS (Domain Name Services), RMS (Rights Management Services) Virtual Directory solutions and related technology.

Qualifications

• Relevant IT (Information Technology) Qualifications
• 5+ years’ experience working with Microsoft Identity technologies including Active Directory, Windows File Services, and Group Policies.
• ITIL Foundation (ideally Intermediate level)
• Experience working with Microsoft Identity technologies including Active Directory, Windows File Services, and Group Policies. General technical troubleshooting ability (e.g., reading log files, working with Syslog’s, etc.)
• Must show a progressive advancement in responsibility including deep troubleshooting technical skills.
• Must understand how to identify and instill industry best practices.
• Ability to translate technical issues into understandable business language for end users.
• Capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously under pressure during critical incidents.
• Must be able to work in a team environment with a “can do” attitude capable of overcoming difficult challenges.
• Self-motivated, with keen attention to detail and excellent judgment skills
• Ability to establish new standards for quality, performance, or productivity
• Must have excellent writing and communication skills, strong communicator with ability to maintain open communication with internal employees, contractors, managers, 3rd parties, and customers as needed