Principal Active Directory Engineer

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Job Title

Principal Active Directory Engineer

What does a successful Principal Active Directory Engineer do at Fiserv?
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Active Directory Engineer to join our IT Infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for architecting, implementing, and managing our Active Directory (AD) environment. This role involves maintaining the integrity, security, and performance of AD systems, as well as supporting related technologies such as Azure AD, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP. You will also be a key player in the development and execution of our identity management strategies.

What you will do:

• Manage and maintain AD infrastructure, including domain controllers, replication, DNS, and DHCP.
• Implement and enforce Group Policies to ensure consistent and secure configurations across the enterprise.
• Monitor AD performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize system configurations for maximum efficiency.
• Perform regular audits of AD to ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
• Assist in the development and implement Active Directory strategies, including domain consolidation, upgrades, and migrations.
• Ensure that AD infrastructure meets regulatory and compliance requirements, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and SOX.
• Lead or participate in IT projects that involve Active Directory, including cloud integration, mergers & acquisitions, and infrastructure upgrades and provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and IT staff.
• Work on call to address critical issues.

What you will need to have:

• 10+ years of experience engineering in a Windows server environment.
• 10+ years of experience in managing and supporting Active Directory environments.
• 5+ years of experience with PowerShell scripting and automation of AD tasks.
• 3+ years of experience with Azure AD, ADFS, and other identity federation technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education, military, and work experience.

What would be great to have:

• Strong understanding of network protocols, authentication methods, and security practice.
• Expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and related technologies.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), or similar.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and integrating on-premises AD with cloud services.
• Familiarity with Identity and Access Management (IAM) frameworks and solutions.

Important info about this role:

• We're better together! This role is fully on-site with flexibility as needed.
• There may be up to 15% of travel each year.
• This is a full-time, direct-hire position, and no contract options or unsolicited agency submissions will be considered.

Perks at work:

• We're #FiservProud of our commitment to your overall well-being with a growing offering of physical, mental, emotional, and financial benefits from day one.
• Maintain a healthy work-life balance with paid holidays, generous time off policies, including Recharge & Refuel with no specific set limit for qualifying associates, and free counseling through our EAP.
• Plan for your future with competitive salaries, the Fiserv 401(k) Savings Plan, and our Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Recognize and be recognized by colleagues with our Living Proof program where you can exchange points for a variety of rewards.
• Prioritize your health with a variety of medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options and a range of well-being resources through our Fuel Your Life program.
• Advance your career with training, development, certification, and internal mobility opportunities.

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Salary Range

$142,800.00 - $240,600.00

These pay ranges apply to employees in New Jersey, New York and California. Pay ranges for employees in other states may differ.

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For incentive eligible associates, the successful candidate is eligible for an annual incentive opportunity which may be delivered as a mix of cash bonus and equity awards in the Company's sole discretion.

Thank you for considering employment with Fiserv. Please:

• Apply using your legal name
• Complete the step-by-step profile and attach your resume (either is acceptable, both are preferable).

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Fiserv is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

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