Job Title: Active Directory Engineer
Location: Springfield, VA
Type: Contract To Hire
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Security Clearance: TS/SCI CI Poly
Contact: Cdinnocenti@altaits.com
Senior Active Directory Engineer to support the planning, building, and operations of a large, globally accessed, hybrid cloud computing system. The Senior Active Directory Engineer provides support, implementation, and design services for Microsoft Active Directory and Windows-based systems across the enterprise, including directory and identity management solutions.
We are looking for an individual who has a proven track record in designing and deploying Active Directory in a large enterprise. Additionally, the position will require individual experience in system design and integration, identity life-cycle management, and process automation and improvement. The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills, who excels as an individual, as well as excels among peers in a team environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Accountable for the management, uptime, and lifecycle of the organization's Active Directory forests, domains, and Domain Controllers.
Deliver and implement a secure, scalable, and resilient Active Directory design, following industry best practices while adhering to Information Security standards.
Provide technical assistance and escalation support for all troubleshooting tasks related to AD, including but not limited to integration with Windows and non-Windows endpoints, authentication, role-based access controls, DNS, DHCP, etc.
Manage the environment proactively, anticipating risks and issues, designing and engineering for resiliency. Take technical ownership of projects and systems accordingly.
Facilitate the implementation of Group Policy Objects (GPO) based on stated requirements. Troubleshoot and resolve any GPO-related issues that arise.
Monitor and identify replication interruptions between domain controllers.
Management of the Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) systems and certificates.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)
5+years of experience with a BS degree or a combination of years of experience and education
progressive roles from Active Directory Administrator to Sr. Engineer
Knowledge of at least one scripting language (e.g. PowerShell, Python, Bash, or Perl).
In-depth understanding of Active Directory or LDAP authentication and administration.
Advanced familiarity with enterprise directory synchronization tools such as Azure Active Directory Connect, Cisco Directory Synchronization, or others.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience migrating users and objects from disparate AD environments to new environments.
Knowledge of custom Active Directory schema attributes.
Experience administrating Azure Active Directory and single sign-on.
Experience working in a fast-paced government agency production IT environment.
Experience troubleshooting various Microsoft Windows Server platforms' roles and features.
System One, and its subsidiaries, including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Ref: #850-Rockville (ALTA IT)
- Location:
- Springfield, VA, United States