Expert Active Directory Engineer (Contract) (Hybrid) OR 100% Remote (CST zone candidates preferred)

V-Soft Consulting Group, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative technology services company is seeking an Expert Active Directory Engineer to optimize and secure Active Directory environments. This fully remote role involves analyzing and consolidating Group Policy Objects, ensuring compliance with security principles, and providing support for Windows and RHEL servers. You will leverage your extensive experience in Active Directory and automation tools to enhance system performance and stability. Join a recognized leader in the staffing industry, where your expertise will contribute to exciting projects and career advancement opportunities. Embrace a culture of agility and innovation while enjoying comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Competitive Compensation

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Active Directory administration and engineering.
• Strong understanding of IT security best practices and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Optimize Active Directory structures and enhance security measures.
• Support Windows and RHEL servers while monitoring infrastructure.

Skills

Active Directory Administration

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

IT Security Best Practices

GPO Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

SolarWinds

Ansible Automation Platform

Rubrik

Windows Server

RHEL Server

Job description

Primary Location: 100% Remote

CST Zone Candidates Preferred.

V-Soft Consulting is currently hiring for an Expert Active Directory Engineer (100% Remote) for our premier client.

Education And Experience »

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 7+ years of hands-on experience with Active Directory administration and engineering in enterprise environments.
• Hands-on experience designing and implementing efficient OU structures for large organizations.
• Experience supporting SolarWinds monitoring, Ansible Automation Platform, and Rubrik backup solutions.
• Strong experience with Active Directory security principles, including ACL audits and RBAC implementation.
• Extensive experience in Group Policy Object (GPO) consolidation, Active Directory Access Control List (ACL) cleanup, and Organizational Unit (OU) redesign for computer accounts.
• Proficiency with Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) and RHEL server administration.
• Strong understanding of IT security best practices, compliance frameworks (NIST, CIS, etc.), and audit requirements related to Active Directory.
• Expert knowledge of GPO management, including troubleshooting, migration, and consolidation strategies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication and documentation skills to collaborate with stakeholders and IT teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Azure Active Directory (Entra ID) and hybrid identity management.
• Knowledge of Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions and AD tiering models.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Defender for Identity and security monitoring tools.
• Previous experience in a consulting role or executing large-scale AD transformation projects.

What You’ll Do

Job Responsibilities:

Active Directory Optimization & Security

• Analyze and consolidate Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to streamline management and improve security.
• Audit and remediate AD Access Control Lists (ACLs), ensuring compliance with least privilege principles.
• Design and implement an optimized Organizational Unit (OU) structure for computer accounts.

Infrastructure & Automation Support

• Provide support for Windows and RHEL servers, ensuring system stability and performance.
• Monitor and troubleshoot issues within SolarWinds to maintain infrastructure visibility and respond to alerts.
• Utilize Ansible Automation Platform to manage and deploy system configurations efficiently.
• Assist with Rubrik backup and recovery operations, ensuring data protection best practices.

Documentation & Knowledge Transfer

• Create detailed technical documentation covering AD improvements, automation workflows, and operational procedures.
• Provide knowledge transfer to internal IT teams to ensure ongoing maintainability.

Interested?

Qualified candidates should send their resumes to [e-mail]

V-Soft Consulting Group is recognized among the top 100 fastest growing staffing companies in North America. V-Soft Consulting Group is headquartered in Louisville, KY, with strategic locations in India, Canada, and the U.S. V-Soft is known as an agile, innovative technology services company holding several awards and distinctions and has a wide variety of partnerships across diverse technology stacks.

As a valued V-Soft Consultant, you’re eligible for full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), a 401(k) plan, competitive compensation, and more. V-Soft is partnered with numerous Fortune 500 companies, exceptionally positioned to advance your career growth.

V-Soft Consulting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.