Active Directory(AD) Administrator

Active Directory(AD) Administrator
Location: Tampa, FL (Onsite)
Duration: Long Term
Visa:  or EADs (Genuine OPT Consultants are accepted)

Important: Candidates must be comfortable working onsite in Tampa, FL from Day 1.

Locals are highly preferred***
Required Skills
- Active Directory / AD DS
- Windows Server 2016/2019/2022
- Group Policy (GPO)
- DNS / DHCP
- PowerShell scripting
- Active Directory replication
- Domain Controllers
- Kerberos / LDAP
- User and Group Administration
- OU and Security Group Management
- Windows authentication and troubleshooting
- Microsoft Entra ID / Azure AD
- Azure AD Connect / Entra Connect
- Hybrid Identity
- Microsoft 365 identity integration
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Active Directory security and hardening
- Knowledge of Privileged Access Management (PAM)
- Experience with MFA, SSO, Conditional Access
- Experience with Microsoft Defender / Microsoft security tools
- Knowledge of PKI, certificates, and Windows authentication
- Experience with AD migration/consolidation projects
- Knowledge of Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM) or similar IAM technologies
- Experience supporting large enterprise environments
- Familiarity with ITIL, ServiceNow, and change management processes
- Experience with monitoring and automation tools
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of hands-on Active Directory administration experience in an enterprise environment.
- Strong experience supporting Windows Server and Microsoft identity infrastructure.
- Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional technical teams
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