Sr. Active Directory Architect
Location: Remote, EST/ CST Resources only
Responsibilities:
- Design, Architect, Implement and administer the mulit-domain Microsoft Active Directory and DNS Infrastructure on the AWS cloud and vSphere environment alongside the architecture team.
- Performance monitoring, scaling, operations planning, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance.
- Troubleshoot AWS EC2 Infrastructure, AD software, and On-prem VMware-based hosted AD systems.
- Follow procedures and standards to ensure operational consistency on a global basis and update documentation as required.
- Maintain records on repairs, downtime, and configuration changes.
- Participate in planning and implementation of cloud changes including version upgrades, updates, and scaling options.
- Assist in disaster recovery and business continuity planning and support.
- Participate in capacity planning including forecasting of needs for future infrastructure-related purchases.
- Perform statistical reporting, recording, and maintenance of hardware, software, and licensing inventory.
Key Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to think strategically and tactically about complex cloud security issues.
- Excellent communication skills, including communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- The ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate effectively with other IT professionals.
- The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to quality work.
Must Have:
- Windows Server Administration
- Microsoft Active Directory Software Administration
- Experience with AWS Cloud, VPC, Networking, EC2 support of the cloud (AWS)/on-premises (VMware) environment.
- Experience with AD Backup, replication, availability, recovery, and deployment.
- AD Integration with PKI infrastructure, SailPoint, ForgeRock, CyberArk, Vault
- Experience with server OS and storage technologies.
- Strong Experience with Windows PowerShell
Good to Have:
- Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent experience
- Experience with Experience building required automation tools using standard technologies such as Terraform, Ansible, and DSC configuration is a plus.
- Knowledge of Bluecat is a Plus