Senior Active Directory Platform Engineer

Talanto; Morristown (NJ); Hybrid; USD 127,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Flexible PTO

Holidays

Parental leave

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Talanto is seeking a Senior Active Directory Platform Engineer to design, implement, and optimize enterprise AD solutions. Lead user accounts, security policies, and access controls while driving standardization and consolidation across directories and Entra ID integrations.

You will address patching deficiencies, plan for business continuity, and craft a roadmap for future enhancements. This role emphasizes AD-to-Entra ID transitions, SSO, and robust security governance across Windows and Linux

Qualifications

• 7–12 years of experience with infrastructure technologies.
• Minimum 3 years of proven experience in Active Directory architecture and design.
• Deep knowledge of Active Directory security, compliance, and governance.
• Demonstrated experience with Entra ID (Azure AD) solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of user accounts, security policies, and access controls for stability and scalability.
• Drive standardization and consolidation of Active Directory use, configuring IAM, policies, and usage.
• Implement robust security protocols, conduct audits, and ensure compliance to protect against cyber threats.
• Independently resolve issues promptly, proactively addressing IT-related problems.
• Lead in optimizing Active Directory to meet growing demands while maintaining response times.
• Develop and implement disaster recovery plans, ensuring business continuity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and enhance Entra ID solutions within the Active Directory environment.
• Configure and manage Entra ID settings, ensuring optimal performance and alignment with security protocols.

Skills

Active Directory

Azure AD

Entra ID

SSO

Conditional Access

Job description

Senior Active Directory Platform Engineer

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A Little About Us

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A Little About You

You bring a unique blend of personality and professional expertise to your work, inspiring others with your passion and dedication. Your career is a testament to your diverse experiences, community involvement, and the valuable lessons you've learned along the way. You are more than just your resume; you are a reflection of your achievements, the knowledge you've gained, and the personal interests that shape who you are.

Position Overview

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A Little About Us

is modernizing the healthcare financial experience across payers, providers, and healthcare consumers. We serve more than 750 payers, including the top five national health plans, regional health plans, TPAs and millions of healthcare providers and consumers across our platform of solutions. sees across the system to identify, optimize, and solve problems holistically with technology built by healthcare experts – driving real, measurable results for clients.

At , AI is woven into the fabric of how we work. Every associate is expected - and empowered - to partner with AI to challenge the status quo, accelerate innovation, and amplify their impact. This is a place for builders with a growth mindset who act with agility, embrace change, and use modern technology to shape smarter solutions, exceptional experiences, and the future of our industry for our clients, customers, and our culture.

A Little About You

You bring a unique blend of personality and professional expertise to your work, inspiring others with your passion and dedication. Your career is a testament to your diverse experiences, community involvement, and the valuable lessons you've learned along the way. You are more than just your resume; you are a reflection of your achievements, the knowledge you've gained, and the personal interests that shape who you are.

Position Overview

is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Active Directory Platform Engineer to lead in designing, implementing, and optimizing robust Active Directory solutions. The role involves managing user accounts, security policies, and access controls for stability and scalability. As a crucial contributor to our directory service strategy, you will drive standardization, implement security measures, and proactively optimize performance. Beyond day-to-day responsibilities, you will lead strategic initiatives, including addressing patching deficiencies, consolidating domains, establishing business continuity plans, and crafting a roadmap for future enhancements. Additionally, this role encompasses responsibilities for Entra ID solutions, ensuring their seamless integration within the Active Directory environment.

About Active Directory at :

Active Directory is a central identity management platform crucial for our services, providing identity management for internal and SaaS applications, and configuration services for Windows Servers, Windows Desktops, and Linux Servers. Proper support is vital for maintaining operational integrity, meeting compliance requirements, and upholding IT security controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the management of user accounts, security policies, and access controls for stability and scalability.
• Drive standardization and consolidation of Active Directory use, configuring Identity and Access Management, Policies, and usage.
• Implement robust security protocols, conduct audits, and ensure compliance to protect against cyber threats.
• Independently resolve issues promptly, proactively addressing IT-related problems.
• Lead in optimizing Active Directory to meet growing demands while maintaining excellent response times.
• Develop and implement disaster recovery plans, ensuring business continuity in case of system failure or data loss.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and enhance Entra ID solutions within the Active Directory environment.
• Configure and manage Entra ID settings, ensuring optimal performance and alignment with security protocols.
• Implement and maintain identity management practices specific to Entra ID, addressing user accounts, access controls, and security policies.
• Lead efforts in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Entra ID, contributing to the overall stability of our identity management ecosystem.
• Stay informed about Entra ID best practices and emerging technologies, incorporating relevant advancements into our identity management strategy.
• Accumulate specialized knowledge and share it across the IT department.
• Efficiently handle AD-related tasks for consistency and eliminate redundancies.
• Develop strategies to scale Active Directory seamlessly as the organization grows.
• Facilitate the transition from Active Directory to Entra ID (Azure AD).

• Proven experience upgrading and decommissioning Active Directory Domain Controllers in enterprise environments.
• Hands-on experience upgrading Active Directory forest and domain functional levels, including planning, risk mitigation, and validation.
• Demonstrated experience with Active Directory domain migrations, including consolidating legacy domains into a primary parent domain.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) Enterprise Applications and App Registrations.
• Proven ability to configure and manage Single Sign-On (SSO) integrations across SaaS and internal applications.
• Extensive experience designing, implementing, and maintaining Conditional Access policies to enforce security and compliance requirements.

Requirements:

• 7–12 years of experience with infrastructure technologies.
• Minimum 3 years of proven experience in Active Directory architecture and design.
• Deep knowledge of Active Directory, security, compliance, and governance.
• Demonstrated experience with Entra ID (Azure AD) solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.

We offer a dynamic work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a significant impact in the realm of directory services and identity management.

Location and Workplace Flexibility

is headquartered in the U.S., with multiple locations across the country and in Hyderabad, India. Check out our locations to learn more about our offices. All employee work locations are based on the needs of the position and are determined by the Leadership team. In-office work and activities vary based on work and team objectives in accordance with Company policies.

While location expectations vary by role, candidates within approximately 50 miles of a U.S. office are generally preferred to support collaboration when needed. Our hybrid approach is flexible, and in-office presence is guided by team and business needs rather than a fixed weekly schedule.

Base Salary Range

$127,000.00 - $160,550.00

At we are committed to providing fair and equitable compensation packages. The base salary range allows us to make an offer that considers multiple individualized factors, including experience, education, qualifications, as well as job-related and industry-related knowledge and skills, etc. Base pay is just one part of our Total Rewards package, which may also include discretionary bonus plans, commissions, or other incentives depending on the role.

’ full-time associates are eligible for a highly competitive benefits package as well, which demonstrates our commitment to our employees’ health, well‑being, and financial protection. The US-based benefits include a 401k plan with employer match, flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leaves, life and disability insurance, and health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

Equal Employment Opportunity
is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications for the role. We believe in the value of diverse perspectives and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all.

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Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of normal responsibilities, duties, and skills from time to time.