Lead Systems Programmer

NTT DATA Services • Plano, TX

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About The Position

NTT DATA is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Systems Programmer to join its Authentication Services team in Plano, Texas. The role is critical to maintaining and evolving enterprise identity infrastructure, with a focus on Active Directory (AD), Group Policy, and ADFS. The successful candidate will bring technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a collaborative mindset to support enterprise-wide authentication and directory services.

The role includes overseeing AD Domain Controllers, managing Group Policies and Enterprise Admin roles, and coordinating a project to replace more than 1,300 Domain Controllers. The Lead Systems Programmer will also lead and contribute to strategic infrastructure projects, support SOX audits and compliance, collaborate with architects and systems programmers, and participate in a weekly rotating on-call schedule.

The position is part of a high-performing team that includes Principal Architects, Infrastructure Architects, and Senior Systems Programmers.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience in systems programming or enterprise identity management.
• Expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy, PowerShell, LDAP, and ADFS.
• Experience with enterprise-grade authentication platforms such as CyberArk and Entra ID.
• Strong understanding of Windows Server environments and Domain Controller configurations.
• Ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor junior team members.
• Familiarity with audit processes and compliance frameworks such as SOX.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with automation tools and scripting for identity lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, LDAP, and integration with IAM platforms.
• Prior experience in a lead or managerial role within a large enterprise IT environment.
• A four-year degree in computer science or engineering.
• SC-300 Identity and Access Administrator Associate, AZ-900 Azure Fundamentals, or AZ-800 Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Active Directory Domain Controllers, manage AD Group Policies, and maintain AD Enterprise Admin roles.
• Coordinate the Domain Controller replacement project to replace more than 1,300 Domain Controllers in the environment.
• Lead and contribute to strategic initiatives such as Active Directory rightsizing, CyberArk PAM integrations, and Group Policy modifications.
• Serve as a point of contact for SOX audits and ensure compliance with internal and external security standards.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure Architects, Principal Architects, and other Systems Programmers to deliver secure and scalable identity solutions.
• Provide on-call support on a weekly rotation with other team members.

What This Job Offers

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