Active Directory Administrator

Key Responsibilities

• User and Group Management

  : Create, modify, and delete user accounts and groups, ensuring adherence to security policies and permissions structures.

• Group Policy Management

  : Configure and manage Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to enforce security settings and software deployment across the network.

• Active Directory Services

  : Implement and maintain Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), including domain controllers, to ensure network resource availability and security.

• Monitoring and Troubleshooting

  : Monitor Active Directory performance, system health, and security logs to identify and resolve issues, ensuring high availability and reliability.

• Backup and Disaster Recovery

  : Execute Active Directory backup and disaster recovery plans, including regular testing and updating of recovery procedures to minimize downtime in case of system failures.

• Integration and Support

  : Coordinate with network and system administrators to integrate Active Directory with other systems like email, DNS, and DHCP, ensuring seamless user experience and system interoperability.

• Documentation and Compliance

  : Develop and maintain documentation related to Active Directory architecture, settings, and procedures, including detailed change logs and system configurations for audit compliance and knowledge transfer.

Essential Skills

• Group Policy Management

  : Proficiency in configuring and managing settings for users and computers within an organizations network, enforcing security policies, and automating software deployments.

• PowerShell Scripting

  : Automating user account management and bulk updates to Active Directory objects, reducing manual workload and potential for errors.

• Directory Synchronization

  : Ensuring consistent data across on-premises Active Directory environments and cloud-based directories by synchronizing user accounts, passwords, and group memberships.

• Security and Compliance

  : Implementing and managing Active Directory security policies, ensuring adherence to organizational standards and regulatory requirements.

• Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving

  : Identifying and resolving issues related to Active Directory services, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.

Qualifications

• Experience

  : Typically, 810 years of experience in Active Directory administration, with a strong understanding of Windows Server environments.

• Certifications

  : Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or MCSA: Windows Server are often preferred.