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Microsoft Active Directory SME
Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
KBRs National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the countrys most critical role protecting our national security.
Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBRs work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.
  

Key Responsibilities

• Support our enterprise infrastructure initiatives.
• Lead the architecture, design, deployment, and ongoing operations of Microsoft AD services, including Azure Active Directory, Group Policy, Identity Federation, and associated authentication systems.
• Have deep expertise in AD forest design, domain consolidation, AD hardening, and security best practices, with a strong focus on enterprise-scale environments.
• Serve as the technical authority on all matters related to Microsoft Active Directory and identity services.
• Design, implement, and manage scalable and secure AD infrastructures (on-premises and cloud hybrid).
• Oversee AD migrations, upgrades, domain consolidation, and forest restructuring.
• Develop and enforce AD-related security policies and standards, including privileged access management.
• Manage integration with Azure AD, ADFS, MFA, SSO, and conditional access policies.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to strengthen identity security posture.
• Conduct regular AD health checks, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Document architecture, configurations, operational procedures, and support guides.
• Provide mentoring and training to junior team members and IT support staff.
  

Work Environment

• Location: Annapolis Junction MD (On-site)
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20% Travel
• Working Hours: Standard 40 hour per week
  

Required
Qualifications :

• Clearance: Top Secret with SCI
• Experience managing enterprise Active Directory environments.
• Expert knowledge of AD DS (Domain Services), DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Expert knowledge of Azure Active Directory, AD Connect, and Hybrid Identity solutions.
• Expert knowledge of ADFS, LDAP, Kerberos, NTLM authentication.
• Have strong PowerShell scripting and automation skills.
• Experience with Zero Trust principles and identity governance tools.
• Familiarity with ITIL-based service management and change control.
• Experience in software engineering and integration of Commercial Off-the-Shelf software products.
• Must have a current DoD 8570.1-M/8140 IAT Level III certification.
  

Desired

• ITIL Foundations certification.
• Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate or similar.
• Experience with Microsoft Entra, MIM (Microsoft Identity Manager), or Okta.
• Previous experience in regulated environments (e.g., financial, healthcare, or government).
  

Basic Compensation
$120,000 to $170,000
This range is for the Maryland area only
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidates knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Additional Compensation
KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If youre excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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