Lead Identity & AD Systems Engineer

NTT DATA, Inc.; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA, Inc. in Plano, TX seeks a Lead Systems Programmer to drive identity and access initiatives. You will oversee Active Directory, policy management, and authentication platforms while coordinating large-scale domain controller replacements and security governance.

You will collaborate with senior architects, mentor junior staff, and participate in on-call support. A strong background in Windows Server, AD, and SOX compliance is required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in systems programming or enterprise identity management.
• Expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy, PowerShell, LDAP, and ADFS.
• Experience with CyberArk and Entra ID authentication platforms.
• Strong Windows Server knowledge and domain controller configurations.
• Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor juniors.
• Familiarity with audit processes and SOX compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee AD Domain Controllers, manage Group Policies, and maintain Enterprise Admin roles.
• Coordinate Domain Controller replacement project for 1,300+ DCs.
• Lead initiatives like AD rightsizing, CyberArk PAM integrations, and GPO changes.
• Act as SOX audit contact and ensure compliance with security standards.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure Architects and peers to deliver secure identity solutions.
• Provide on-call support on a weekly rotation.

Skills

Active Directory

Group Policy

PowerShell

LDAP

ADFS

CyberArk

Entra ID

Windows Server

Lead/Mentor

Education

4 year degree in computer science or engineering

SC-300 Identity and Access Administrator Associate

AZ-900 Azure Fundamentals

AZ-800 Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate

Job description

NTT DATA, Inc. in Plano, TX seeks a Lead Systems Programmer to drive identity and access initiatives. You will oversee Active Directory, policy management, and authentication platforms while coordinating large-scale domain controller replacements and security governance.

You will collaborate with senior architects, mentor junior staff, and participate in on-call support. A strong background in Windows Server, AD, and SOX compliance is required.