Saksoft
Looking for Active Directory (AD) Operations Infrastructure Implementation Speci
Saksoft, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Overview
Active Directory (AD) Operations Infrastructure Implementation Specialist Location: Richmond VA (Hybrid schedule 3 x week onsite). Contract Top 3 Must Haves: High level Active Directory knowledge and experience in enterprise environments (not just support / administration) AD Authentication Hyper-V The Active Directory Infrastructure Operations (ADIO) team is seeking a highly skilled Active Directory (AD) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to install and maintain a large-scale corporate AD backup and restore environment. This role requires deep expertise in AD authentication services and infrastructure, with a focus on backup and restoral functionality. This should be a concise role intro without altering original language: The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing Hyper-V, clustering, Cohesity and RMADDRE applications across the AMRS region. Primary responsibilities will include, installation, diagnosing and resolving issues, managing AD-related infrastructure, creating a backup and restoral infrastructure, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth implementation. The candidate may be required to work weeknights and weekends on a as needed basis. Key Responsibilities:
Install and configure Hyper-V Machines (with and without clustering) in multiple locations. Install and configure Cohesity configurations in multiple locations. Install and configure RMADDRE application in multiple locations. Provide expert-level support for Active Directory authentication services, ensuring high availability and security of AD environments across multiple domains and forests. Diagnose and resolve complex authentication and authorization issues across domain and cross-forest environments. Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and defect identification for production issues, coordinating fixes and managing code deployments. Automate routine tasks using PowerShell, or other scripting technologies to improve operational efficiency. Support Active Directory operations in DMZ environments, ensuring secure authentication across firewalled networks. Implement and follow ITIL best practices, ensuring change management and incident response align with industry standards. Required Skills & Experience:
5 years of hands-on experience supporting Active Directory authentication services in large-scale enterprise environments. Working knowledge of Quest Recovery Manager for Active Directory Working knowledge of Cohesity Data Protect and Helios (on-prem). Engineer level experience with data protection technologies Deep understanding of Active Directory infrastructure Strong documentation skills (design, procedural, requirements, etc.) Hands-on experience with PowerShell to automate administrative tasks and resolve complex issues. Deep understanding of Windows Server 2019/2022 (GUI and Core) Understanding of immutable storage Working knowledge of core network components (subnetting, networking, VLANs, etc.) Top-tier critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a service-oriented team environment. Ability to articulate to a wide audience through written and verbal communications. Virtualization (with Hyper-V) and virtualized Domain Controllers Proficiency in AD troubleshooting tools such as DCDiag, Netdiag, Repadmin, and DFRSdiag. Experience with AD Domain Name System (ADDNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), and Distributed File System (DFS). Knowledge of enterprise storage, network infrastructure, and virtualization technologies (SCVMM/Hyper-V, VMware). Strong understanding of security best practices, including Kerberos authentication, NTLM, AD Federation Services (ADFS), and multi-factor authentication (MFA). Familiarity with ITIL processes, including incident, change, and problem management.
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Active Directory (AD) Operations Infrastructure Implementation Specialist Location: Richmond VA (Hybrid schedule 3 x week onsite). Contract Top 3 Must Haves: High level Active Directory knowledge and experience in enterprise environments (not just support / administration) AD Authentication Hyper-V The Active Directory Infrastructure Operations (ADIO) team is seeking a highly skilled Active Directory (AD) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to install and maintain a large-scale corporate AD backup and restore environment. This role requires deep expertise in AD authentication services and infrastructure, with a focus on backup and restoral functionality. This should be a concise role intro without altering original language: The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing Hyper-V, clustering, Cohesity and RMADDRE applications across the AMRS region. Primary responsibilities will include, installation, diagnosing and resolving issues, managing AD-related infrastructure, creating a backup and restoral infrastructure, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth implementation. The candidate may be required to work weeknights and weekends on a as needed basis. Key Responsibilities:
Install and configure Hyper-V Machines (with and without clustering) in multiple locations. Install and configure Cohesity configurations in multiple locations. Install and configure RMADDRE application in multiple locations. Provide expert-level support for Active Directory authentication services, ensuring high availability and security of AD environments across multiple domains and forests. Diagnose and resolve complex authentication and authorization issues across domain and cross-forest environments. Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and defect identification for production issues, coordinating fixes and managing code deployments. Automate routine tasks using PowerShell, or other scripting technologies to improve operational efficiency. Support Active Directory operations in DMZ environments, ensuring secure authentication across firewalled networks. Implement and follow ITIL best practices, ensuring change management and incident response align with industry standards. Required Skills & Experience:
5 years of hands-on experience supporting Active Directory authentication services in large-scale enterprise environments. Working knowledge of Quest Recovery Manager for Active Directory Working knowledge of Cohesity Data Protect and Helios (on-prem). Engineer level experience with data protection technologies Deep understanding of Active Directory infrastructure Strong documentation skills (design, procedural, requirements, etc.) Hands-on experience with PowerShell to automate administrative tasks and resolve complex issues. Deep understanding of Windows Server 2019/2022 (GUI and Core) Understanding of immutable storage Working knowledge of core network components (subnetting, networking, VLANs, etc.) Top-tier critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a service-oriented team environment. Ability to articulate to a wide audience through written and verbal communications. Virtualization (with Hyper-V) and virtualized Domain Controllers Proficiency in AD troubleshooting tools such as DCDiag, Netdiag, Repadmin, and DFRSdiag. Experience with AD Domain Name System (ADDNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), and Distributed File System (DFS). Knowledge of enterprise storage, network infrastructure, and virtualization technologies (SCVMM/Hyper-V, VMware). Strong understanding of security best practices, including Kerberos authentication, NTLM, AD Federation Services (ADFS), and multi-factor authentication (MFA). Familiarity with ITIL processes, including incident, change, and problem management.
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