Active Directory & Windows Administrator - UAE

Confidential Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking an Active Directory & Windows Administrator to manage and optimize Active Directory environments. The role includes responsibilities for DNS, DHCP, PKI management, and ensuring compliance with security policies. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in these areas and strong troubleshooting skills. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in administering Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and PKI.
• Hands-on experience with Azure AD and Azure AD Connect.
• Familiarity with PowerShell scripting for automation.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage Active Directory environments and ensure high availability.
• Configure and manage DNS and DHCP services.
• Implement security policies and manage Group Policy Objects.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Security best practices

Hybrid identity management

PowerShell scripting

Virtualization technologies

Networking

Storage

Automation tools

Education

Bachelors in Computer Application

Tools

Nutanix AHV

Azure AD

DNS

DHCP

PKI

PowerShell

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

Active Directory & Windows Administrator - UAE

Bachelors in Computer Application(Computers)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Any

Vacancy

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Active Directory Administration:

• Administer and manage Active Directory (AD) environments, including user and group management, access control, and directory services policies.
• Ensure high availability and reliability of AD services, including Global Catalog, Domain Controllers, and replication.
• Monitor and maintain Active Directory health and performance, including resolving replication issues and ensuring proper functioning of AD sites and services.

DNS & DHCP Management:

• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot DNS and DHCP services to ensure seamless name resolution and IP address allocation within the AD environment.
• Monitor DNS records, troubleshoot DNS issues, and ensure that DNS configurations are consistent across all network components.
• Administer and manage DHCP scopes, leases, and servers, ensuring efficient address allocation.

Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Management:

• Administer and manage PKI infrastructure, including the deployment, management, and renewal of digital certificates.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external certificate policies and ensure the secure handling of certificates within the organization.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to certificate deployment and validation within the Active Directory environment.
• Manage and configure Azure AD Connect to synchronize on-premises AD with Azure Active Directory (AAD).
• Ensure seamless hybrid identity management, including synchronization of user accounts, groups, and other directory objects between on-premises AD and Azure AD.
• Troubleshoot and resolve synchronization issues and manage the integration of identity and access management across both on-premises and cloud environments.

Security & Compliance:

• Implement and enforce security policies across the Active Directory environment to ensure that sensitive data and access are protected.
• Manage Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to control user and system settings across the organization.
• Ensure compliance with organizational security standards and best practices related to Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, PKI, and cloud integrations.
• Provide expert-level troubleshooting and resolution for Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, PKI, and AAD integration-related issues.
• Address incidents related to authentication, access control, DNS resolution, and system outages.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.

Backup, Recovery & Documentation:

• Regularly back up Active Directory databases and system configurations, ensuring disaster recovery readiness.
• Implement and test disaster recovery plans for Active Directory and related services (DNS, DHCP, PKI).
• Maintain accurate documentation of Active Directory configurations, security policies, and troubleshooting steps.

User Support & Training:

• Provide user support for Active Directory-related issues, including password resets, group memberships, and user access requests.
• Educate end-users on best practices related to Active Directory, security, and authentication.
• Develop training materials and knowledge base articles to assist users and administrators.

Nutanix AHV Management: Deploy, manage, and optimize Nutanix Acropolis Hypervisor (AHV) for virtualized infrastructure.

Virtual Machine Management: Configure and maintain virtual machines (VMs) and associated resources in the AHV environment, including storage, networking, and security.

Troubleshooting & Optimization: Proactively monitor the AHV environment for performance, capacity, and availability, resolving issues as they arise and recommending optimizations.

Upgrades & Patches: Perform regular system updates, patches, and firmware upgrades to maintain security and stability of the Nutanix AHV hypervisor and underlying infrastructure.

Automation & Scripting: Leverage automation tools and scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell, or Ansible) to streamline tasks and improve efficiency.

Backup and Recovery: Implement and manage disaster recovery plans, ensuring backups and recovery strategies are tested and executed effectively.

Collaboration with IT Teams: Work closely with network engineers, storage administrators, and system architects to ensure seamless integration of Nutanix AHV with other enterprise infrastructure components.

Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of configurations, procedures, and best practices for AHV deployment and management.

Training & Support: Provide training and technical support to internal teams on Nutanix AHV best practices and troubleshooting methods.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• Proven experience in administering Active Directory (AD), including user management, group policies, replication, and disaster recovery.
• Hands-on experience with DNS, DHCP, and PKI management.
• Expertise in managing and configuring Azure AD and Azure AD Connect for hybrid cloud environments.
• Experience in managing and troubleshooting Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and Active Directory security.
• Familiarity with PowerShell scripting for automation of Active Directory and server management tasks.
• Experience with Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) and Azure AD Join is a plus.

Skills:

• Strong troubleshooting skills for Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, PKI, and AAD integration issues.
• Knowledge of security best practices for Active Directory, including user authentication, access control, and certificate management.
• In-depth understanding of hybrid identity management, including integration between on-premises AD and Azure AD.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for Active Directory administration and automation.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven experience with Nutanix AHV, including installation, configuration, and management.
• Strong understanding of virtualization technologies, including VMware, Hyper-V, or other hypervisors.
• Experience with Nutanix Prism and Acropolis management tools.
• Expertise in networking, storage, and security within virtualized environments.
• Experience with automation tools like Ansible, Terraform, or Python for infrastructure management.
• Familiarity with Nutanix AOS (Acropolis Operating System) and Nutanix Files.
• Experience with disaster recovery and high availability (HA) strategies in a virtualized infrastructure.
• Understanding of cloud environments and hybrid cloud architectures.
• Troubleshooting skills for both hardware and software issues, including logs, alerts, and performance tuning.

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