Active directory engineer

Stem Xpert; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech service provider is seeking an Active Directory Engineer to manage privileged access on Windows servers. The role requires identifying servers, their owners, and users with privileged access, developing remediation plans, and automating processes through scripting. Candidates should possess at least 3 years of experience in Active Directory, strong communication skills, and a background in data analysis. The position is located in Plano, TX, and may involve remote work options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of Active Directory technical experience.
• Proven experience communicating technical issues to diverse audiences.
• Experience leading and resolving issues across multiple teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify list of Windows servers.
• Develop remediation plans to reduce privileged access.
• Communicate and assist impacted users during validation.
• Automate processes using scripts for analysis and remediation.

Skills

Active Directory experience

Data analysis

Technical communication

Problem resolution

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or Mathematics

Tools

VBScript

PowerShell

Windows Server 2012 Active Directory

Job description

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, MI, TEKWISSEN™ provides a unique portfolio of innovative capabilities that seamlessly combines clients insights, strategy, design, software engineering and systems integration. Our tightly integrated offerings are tailored to each client’s requirements and span the services spectrum from Application Development/Maintenance, testing, Technology Consulting & staffing. The company is primarily focused on information technology, engineering, healthcare, financial technology and contingent workforce solutions. It operates in seven business segments including Commercial, Professional & Technical, EMEA Commercial, and EMEA Professional & Technical. The company provides professional and technical expertise in the fields of Telecom, Education, Banking, Retail, e-commerce, Automotive, Life Science, Insurance, legal, healthcare, among others. It also offers outsourcing, consulting, recruitment, career transition, and vendor management services.

We strongly believe: "If something cannot be measured, it cannot be managed." TEKWISSEN™ measures all of these processes and applies corrective interventions to manage the quality process at its core. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D.

Recognitions

• 2015 - America’s Fastest Growing Company by Inc.com
• 2015- SPARK FastTrack Award from Ann Arbor SPARK
• 2015 - Honoree of Diversity Focused Company by Corp! Magazine
• 2014- America’s Fastest Growing Company by Inc.com
• 2014- Michigan 50 Companies to Watch
• 2014 – DiSciTech Award in Technology by Corp! Magazine
• 2014- DiSciTech TECHNOLOGY Company of the year by Corp! Magazine
• 2014- SPARK FastTrack Award from Ann Arbor SPARK

Specialties

• Enterprise Solutions
• Web Development
• Data Warehousing
• Systems Integration
• IT Security
• Storage Technologies
• Development and Delivery
• Business Intelligence
• Telecommunications
• Consulting and Planning
• Network design, Implementation & Administration

Job Description

Job details:

Title: Active directory engineer

Location: Open for Plano, TX, McLean, VA Or Melville, NY

Duration: 6-12 months

Job Description:

The primary function of the Active Directory engineer will be to assist in the remediation of privileged access on Windows servers within the environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify list of Windows servers
• Identify owner for each server
• Identify all users that have privileged access to each server
• Work with server/application owner to develop remediation plan to reduce number of users with privileged access
• Work with application teams to understand permissions and access assigned to each account
• Communicate to impacted users and assist in testing and validation
• Develop automated processes via scripts to perform analysis and remediation

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent certification, or military experience
• Minimum of 3 years of Active Directory technical experience that includes the operational support, design and implementation of large-scale, enterprise level solutions
• Proven experience effectively communicating technical issues\challenges to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience leading and coordinating efforts and resolving issues across multiple teams
• Strong expertise in data analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or Mathematics or military experience
• Experience with Windows Server 2012 Active Directory
• Experience in VBScript or PowerShell to develop complex automation scripts
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or an equivalent certification