IT Security Specialist

USDC • Charlotte, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Genesis10 is seeking an Active Directory Subject Matter Expert (SME) for a contract position with a Global Financial Institution. This role involves installing and maintaining a large-scale corporate AD backup and restore environment, requiring deep expertise in AD authentication services and infrastructure, with a focus on backup and restoral functionality. The candidate will be responsible for installing Hyper-V, clustering, Cohesity, and Quest Recovery Manager for Active Directory applications.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience supporting Active Directory authentication services in large-scale enterprise environments
• Working knowledge of Quest Recovery Manager for Active Directory
• Working knowledge of Cohesity Data Protect and Helios (on-prem)
• Engineer level experience with data protection technologies
• Deep understanding of Active Directory infrastructure
• Strong documentation skills (design, procedural, requirements, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with PowerShell to automate administrative tasks and resolve complex issues
• Deep understanding of Windows Server 2019/2022 (GUI and Core)
• Understanding of immutable storage
• Working knowledge of core network components (subnetting, networking, VLANs, etc.)
• Top-tier critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a service-oriented team environment
• Ability to articulate to a wide audience through written and verbal communications
• Virtualization (with Hyper-V) and virtualized Domain Controllers
• Proficiency in AD troubleshooting tools such as DCDiag, Netdiag, Repadmin, and DFRSdiag
• Experience with AD Domain Name System (ADDNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), and Distributed File System (Client)
• Knowledge of enterprise storage, network infrastructure, and virtualization technologies (SCVMM/Hyper-V, VMware)
• Strong understanding of security best practices, including Kerberos authentication, NTLM, AD Federation Services (ADFS), and multi-factor authentication (MFA)
• Familiarity with ITIL processes, including incident, change, and problem management

Nice To Haves

• Experience building and supporting server platforms in an enterprise environment
• Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) experience
• Familiarity with Active Directory Certificate Services (ADCS) and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
• Exposure to backup or data protection platforms (e.g., Cohesity or similar tools)
• Familiarity with cyber recovery or disaster recovery concepts
• Introductory experience with PowerShell or scripted administration

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve issues related to the AD backup and restore environment
• Manage AD-related infrastructure
• Create a backup and restoral infrastructure
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth implementation
• May be required to work weeknights and weekends on an as needed basis

Benefits

• Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
• The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed