TECHNICAL ENGINEER - Active Directory

Happiest Minds Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Happiest Minds Technologies in Bangalore (5 Days WFO) seeks an experienced Active Directory Specialist to manage and support AD environments, ensuring performance, security, and reliability.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot issues, implement best practices, and contribute to IT strategy with 7+ years of relevant experience and strong AD skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of IT experience with Active Directory management.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain Active Directory infrastructure, including user accounts, groups, and permissions.
• Implement and enforce security policies and procedures related to Active Directory.
• Monitor and troubleshoot Active Directory-related issues, ensuring minimal downtime and disruption.
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate Active Directory with other systems and applications.
• Conduct regular audits of Active Directory to ensure compliance with organizational standards.
• Provide technical support and guidance to team members and end-users regarding Active Directory functionalities.
• Document processes, procedures, and configurations related to Active Directory management.
• Stay updated on the latest trends and best practices in Active Directory and related technologies.

Skills

Active Directory

ADFS

GPO

FSMO

PowerShell scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT

Tools

PowerShell

Azure Active Directory

Windows Server

Job description

Job Title: Active Directory Support Specialist

Years of Experience: 7+ Years

Exp : 7+ Years

Edu : Any graduations

Work Location : Bangalore ( 5 Days ? WFO)

Shifts : Rotational shifts (Including night shifts)

Notice Period : Immediate

Mandatory Skills : Active Directory, ADFS, GPO, FSMO

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Active Directory Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing and supporting Active Directory environments, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability. This role requires a proactive individual who can troubleshoot issues, implement best practices, and contribute to the overall IT strategy.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain Active Directory infrastructure, including user accounts, groups, and permissions.


• Implement and enforce security policies and procedures related to Active Directory.


• Monitor and troubleshoot Active Directory-related issues, ensuring minimal downtime and disruption.


• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate Active Directory with other systems and applications.


• Conduct regular audits of Active Directory to ensure compliance with organizational standards.


• Provide technical support and guidance to team members and end-users regarding Active Directory functionalities.


• Document processes, procedures, and configurations related to Active Directory management.


• Stay updated on the latest trends and best practices in Active Directory and related technologies.

Mandatory Skills

• Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience with Active Directory, including user and group management, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS).


• Proficiency in troubleshooting Active Directory issues and implementing solutions.


• Experience with PowerShell scripting for Active Directory automation and management.


• Understanding of security best practices related to Active Directory.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Azure Active Directory and cloud‑based identity management solutions.


• Familiarity with identity and access management (IAM) concepts.


• Knowledge of Windows Server environments and related technologies.


• Certifications related to Active Directory or Microsoft technologies (e.g., MCSA, MCSE).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.


• 7+ years of experience in IT, with a focus on Active Directory management.


• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.

Active Directory,GPO,ADFS,FSMO