Senior Active Directory Engineer

Job Description

Mandatory skills Microsoft Active Directory Security Architect, Azure AD\/Entra ID & Must have worked in Microsoft FTE payroll. Desired Skills \ufeff Active Directory, DNS, GPO, Azure AD\/Entra ID, Conditional Access Policy, MFA, PIM, MDI etc., Roles & Responsibilities We are seeking a skilled Security Architect specializing in Active Directory (AD) and Azure AD to design, implement, and maintain secure identity and access management solutions. The ideal candidate will have expertise in AD infrastructure, Azure AD Premium features, and hybrid cloud environments. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement secure AD and Azure AD architectures. Conduct security assessments and threat modelling for identity systems. Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and best practices. Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security measures into hybrid environments. Monitor and respond to security incidents related to AD and Azure AD. Proven experience with AD and Azure AD security. Strong knowledge of identity and access management (IAM) principles. Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, Azure Security Engineer). Advanced experience with Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS), Azure AD Connect, and Conditional Access Policies. Expertise in implementing and managing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Privileged Identity Management (PIM). Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture principles and modern security frameworks. Familiarity with PowerShell scripting or other automation tools for identity management. Experience with identity governance and compliance, including regulatory standards such as GDPR, ISO 27001, or NIST. Certifications like Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP). Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across teams.