Remote Active Directory Architect | SC-Cleared

CBSbutler Ltd.; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK recruitment firm is looking for an experienced Active Directory SME to oversee the design and operational integrity of Microsoft Active Directory services. The role requires at least 5 years of relevant experience and active SC clearance. Responsibilities include managing AD architecture, security compliance, and automating processes using PowerShell. The position offers a fully remote working arrangement with competitive daily rates ranging from £575 to £625, Inside IR35.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in a similar AD-focused role.
• Expertise in Active Directory architecture and replication.
• Active SC clearance is essential for this position.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of design, architecture, and operational excellence of Microsoft Active Directory services.
• Act as the technical authority for AD-related activities.
• Develop and maintain AD architecture for scalability, security, and high performance.
• Monitor AD health, diagnose replication issues, and resolve authentication failures.
• Implement enterprise AD security best practices.

Skills

Active Directory Architecture & Replication

GPO Design, Deployment & Troubleshooting

DNS/DHCP integration with AD

PowerShell scripting for automation and reporting

ADFS configuration and federation support

Azure AD - hybrid identity & sync (AAD Connect)

Kerberos and NTLM authentication

LDAP / LDAPS

Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS)

Job description

A leading UK recruitment firm is looking for an experienced Active Directory SME to oversee the design and operational integrity of Microsoft Active Directory services. The role requires at least 5 years of relevant experience and active SC clearance. Responsibilities include managing AD architecture, security compliance, and automating processes using PowerShell. The position offers a fully remote working arrangement with competitive daily rates ranging from £575 to £625, Inside IR35.