MatchPoint Solutions is a fast-growing, young, energetic global IT-Engineering services company with clients across the US. We provide technology solutions to various clients like Uber, Robinhood, Netflix, Airbnb, Google, Sephora, and more! More recently, we have expanded to working internationally in Canada, China, Ireland, UK, Brazil, and India. Through our culture of innovation, we inspire, build, and deliver business results, from idea to outcome. We keep our clients on the cutting edge of the latest technologies and provide solutions by using industry-specific best practices and expertise. We are excited to be continuously expanding our team. If you are interested in this position, please send over your updated resume. We look forward to hearing from you! Job Title : Active Directory Operations Specialist, Senior Work Type: Hybrid, Oakland, CA Rate : $68/hr W2 Duration : 6 months CTH
Department Overview Cloud Security Center of Excellence is a unified organization comprised of various departments that collaborate effectively to deliver high-quality technology solutions.
Position Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as an Active Directory Operations Specialist. The ideal candidate must have extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with Windows Active Directory and Global Policy Objects (GPOs). In this role, you will be responsible for managing and securing our enterprise infrastructure, ensuring compliance with security policies, and implementing best practices for identity and access management. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, deploy, and maintain secure and efficient directory services, as well as develop and enforce GPOs to enhance our organization's security posture. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with excellent communication and leadership abilities, are essential for success in this position. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and have a proven track record in managing Windows Active Directory and GPOs, we encourage you to apply. This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and the Oakland General Office(OGO)based on business needs.
Responsibilities: - Manage and maintain the Active Directory environment, ensuring its security and efficiency.
- Create, edit, and manage Group Policy Objects (GPOs) for endpoint configuration.
- Utilize Entra ID for identity and access management.
- Use Intune for mobile device management (MDM) and endpoint configuration.
- Automate tasks and manage configurations using PowerShell.
- Troubleshoot network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, LDAP) and resolve related issues.
- Implement security best practices and manage vulnerabilities and patches.
- Adhere to change management processes and document all configurations and procedures.
- Communicate effectively with end-users, management, and other IT teams.
- Continuously learn and stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in the field.
Qualifications Minimum: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 5 years of work experience with strong knowledge of Windows operating systems, GPOs, Entra ID, Intune, and PowerShell.
Desired: - Minimum of 10 years of work experience with strong knowledge of Windows Active Directory, GPOs, and PowerShell.
- Proven experience in managing and troubleshooting Active Directory environments.
- Proven experience in managing, designing, and engineering Global Policy Objects in a large enterprise.
- Deep understanding of Windows 10 and 11 architectures, features, deployment techniques, policy management, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Proficiency in creating, editing, and managing GPOs for endpoint configuration. Familiarity with tools used for version control of GPOs.
- Strong knowledge of AD structure, user/group management, and security principles.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Process and Methodology Skills - Adherence to a change management process to minimize disruptions and ensure proper documentation.
- Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently.
- Effective communication skills to interact with end-users, management, and other IT teams.
- Meticulous documentation of configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
- Stay updated on the latest trends, technologies, and security best practices.
Desired Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Familiarity with Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) for identity and access management.
- Expertise in using Intune for mobile device management (MDM) and endpoint configuration.
- Proficiency in PowerShell or other scripting languages for automation and task management.
- Understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, LDAP) and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of security best practices, vulnerability management, and patch management.
- Any of the following Microsoft certifications: Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Security Associate, Azure Identity and Access Administrator Associate.
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