Principal Active Directory Engineer

Fiserv • Alpharetta, GA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Active Directory Engineer to join our IT Infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for architecting, implementing, and managing our Active Directory (AD) environment. This role involves maintaining the integrity, security, and performance of AD systems, as well as supporting related technologies such as Azure AD, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP. You will also be a key player in the development and execution of our identity management strategies.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience engineering in a Windows server environment.
• 10+ years of experience in managing and supporting Active Directory environments.
• 5+ years of experience with PowerShell scripting and automation of AD tasks.
• 3+ years of experience with Azure AD, ADFS, and other identity federation technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education, military, and work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of network protocols, authentication methods, and security practice.
• Expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and related technologies.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), or similar.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and integrating on-premises AD with cloud services.
• Familiarity with Identity and Access Management (IAM) frameworks and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain AD infrastructure, including domain controllers, replication, DNS, and DHCP.
• Implement and enforce Group Policies to ensure consistent and secure configurations across the enterprise.
• Monitor AD performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize system configurations for maximum efficiency.
• Perform regular audits of AD to ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
• Assist in the development and implement Active Directory strategies, including domain consolidation, upgrades, and migrations.
• Ensure that AD infrastructure meets regulatory and compliance requirements, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and SOX.
• Lead or participate in IT projects that involve Active Directory, including cloud integration, mergers & acquisitions, and infrastructure upgrades and provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and IT staff.
• Work on call to address critical issues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees