Active Directory(AD) Architect
Location: Tampa, FL – Onsite
Duration: Long Term
Visa: or EADs (Genuine OPT Consultants are accepted)
Locals are highly preffered***
Key Responsibilities
Design and architect scalable Active Directory and hybrid identity solutions.
Lead AD domain/forest design, migrations, consolidations, and upgrades.
Provide expertise in AD DS, Domain Controllers, DNS, Group Policy, and replication.
Design and support Microsoft Entra ID/Azure AD and hybrid identity integration.
Develop AD security, hardening, access control, and disaster recovery strategies.
Troubleshoot complex authentication, replication, and identity issues.
Automate administration and operational tasks using PowerShell.
Create architecture standards, documentation, and technical roadmaps.
Collaborate with infrastructure, security, networking, and application teams.
Required Skills
10+ years of experience with Active Directory / Windows Server.
Strong experience in AD architecture, domain/forest design, and migrations.
Expertise in Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, AD replication, Kerberos, and LDAP.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID/Azure AD and Azure AD Connect.
Hands-on PowerShell scripting and automation experience.
Strong enterprise security and troubleshooting experience.
Excellent communication and architecture documentation skills