Position Summary
Driving advanced Active Directory infrastructure management, Microsoft Entra ID integration, and hybrid identity operations across Hyderabad and Bangalore, Techedge Solution is actively seeking an accomplished Azure Active Directory L2 Engineer for a permanent professional engagement. In this vital systems engineering role, you will architect, support, and secure high-availability Active Directory domains, hybrid identity synchronization, and Windows Server environments. Bringing 4+ years of progressive professional experience in enterprise IT infrastructure and directory services, you will empower global enterprise platforms to achieve uncompromised operational uptime, identity security, and seamless user provisioning. This prestigious career opportunity offers competitive remuneration, high technical visibility, and exceptional professional growth within a premier global IT solutions and staffing enterprise.
Detailed Job Description
As an Azure Active Directory L2 Engineer supporting Techedge Solution across Hyderabad and Bangalore, you will take full operational, architectural, and tactical ownership of AD infrastructure management, group policy design, replication topologies, and hybrid identity governance. Your day-to-day responsibilities include administering AD sites and services, DNS, DHCP, and LDAP, managing Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and on-premises synchronization, hardening AD security baselines, and resolving complex infrastructure incidents utilizing ServiceNow. You will operate in a collaborative agile environment while collaborating closely with cross-functional IT operations, cybersecurity, and software engineering squads.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage, monitor, and optimize enterprise Active Directory infrastructure, domain controllers, and forest trusts.
- Design, implement, and troubleshoot Group Policy Objects (GPOs), organizational units, and user access permissions.
- Configure and maintain Active Directory replication, sites and services, DNS, DHCP, and LDAP directory protocols.
- Administer Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and manage hybrid identity synchronization between on-premises and cloud environments.
- Administer enterprise Windows Server 2019 and 2022 operating systems, server hardening, and patch management.
- Author automation scripts utilizing PowerShell to streamline user provisioning, identity auditing, and administrative workflows.
- Execute rigorous AD security and hardening audits to protect against credential theft, privilege escalation, and lateral movement.
- Handle incoming L2 incident tickets, root cause analysis, and service requests utilizing ServiceNow.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related discipline.
- Minimum of 4+ years of progressive professional experience in IT infrastructure, systems administration, and Active Directory operations.
- Strong, demonstrable hands‑on professional expertise in Active Directory infrastructure management and group policy design.
- Comprehensive working knowledge and practical proficiency in AD replication, sites and services, DNS, DHCP, and LDAP.
- Deep practical experience administering Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and hybrid identity management solutions.
- Solid practical grasp of Windows Server 2019 and 2022 administration, server hardening, and security baselines.
- Proven proficiency in PowerShell scripting and automation for directory services administration.
- Mandatory legal work eligibility and physical availability for professional operations in Hyderabad or Bangalore.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Professional IT certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300) or Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104).
- Prior professional working experience in top-tier IT consulting firms, global system integrators, or enterprise managed service providers.
- Hands‑on familiarity with ITIL operational frameworks and IT service management ticketing platforms like ServiceNow.
- Experience integrating Multi‑Factor Authentication (MFA), Conditional Access policies, and Privileged Identity Management (PIM).
- Exposure to cloud migration strategies and multi‑tenant security architectures.
Application Information
- Recruiter: Techedge Solution Recruitment Division
- Contact Name: Bharath C
- Email: bharath.c@techedge-solution.com
- Phone: 8925921476
- Company Website: https://www.techedge-solution.com
- Salary/Rate: Market Competitive / Enterprise Infrastructure Package
- Deadline: Open until filled (Virtual Drive / Immediate Hyderabad & Bangalore Opening)
- Notice Period: Immediate to 30 Days Preferred
- Contract Duration: Permanent / Full-Time Engagement (Hyderabad / Bangalore)
Recruitment Pro Tip
When applying for this Azure Active Directory L2 Engineer position through Techedge Solution, ensure your resume explicitly highlights your hybrid identity management portfolio, PowerShell automation scripts, and AD security hardening expertise.