Active Directory Administrator

Address: New York, NY

Duration: 9+ Months and Extendable

Job Description:
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Active Directory Administrator/Engineer to join our IT Infrastructure team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Active Directory environments across our organization. This role requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex directory services that support thousands of users and devices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and manage Active Directory infrastructure including domains, forests, and trust relationships
• Administer user and computer accounts, group policies, organizational units, and security groups
• Implement and maintain Active Directory security best practices and compliance standards
• Manage identity and access management (IAM) solutions and directory synchronization tools
• Monitor Active Directory performance, health, and replication across multiple sites
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex Active Directory issues and escalations
• Collaborate with network, security, and application teams to ensure seamless integration
• Document configurations, procedures, and maintain technical runbooks
• Plan and execute Active Directory upgrades and migrations
• Implement disaster recovery and business continuity procedures for directory services
• Provide technical support and training to IT staff and end users
• Stay current with industry trends, security patches, and emerging technologies

Required Qualifications

• 9+ years of hands-on experience administering Active Directory in enterprise environments
• Strong knowledge of Active Directory architecture, replication, and group policy management
• Experience with Windows Server operating systems (2016, 2019, 2022 or newer)
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and administration
• Knowledge of DNS, DHCP, and network protocols
• Experience with directory synchronization tools (Azure AD Connect, Okta, or similar)
• Understanding of security principles, least privilege access, and compliance requirements
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and documentation abilities
• CompTIA Security+ or Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator certification (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert or similar advanced certification
• Experience with hybrid cloud identity solutions (Azure AD/Entra ID)
• Knowledge of LDAP, Kerberos, and SAML protocols
• Experience with privileged access management (PAM) solutions
• Familiarity with IT service management tools and ticketing systems
• Experience in healthcare, finance, or other regulated industries