Senior Active Directory Administrator
Role: Team LeadCompany: TekSynap
Job description
Responsibilities & Qualifications RESPONSIBILITIES • Serves as the principal Active Directory SME • Leads all phases of active directory and daily operations • Develops solutions to complex problems that require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity • Conducts root cause analysis to identify, diagnose, and resolve active directory problems Orchestrates maintenance to support active directory activities to all system users • Configures, tests, and maintains active directory equipment's and related services • Creates and maintains comprehensive documentation for all implemented active directory activities • Ability to troubleshoot Active Directory related integrations • Configures systems to user requirements • Support implementation plans of new configurations for insertion and integration • May administer active directory security and/or maintain active directory security appliances • Works with vendors to evaluate new products and resolve equipment design problems • Provides guidance and work leadership to less-experienced active directory engineers and other technical staff • Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned • Participates in routine meetings and special projects as required REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor's degree with 7+ year's experience in Active Directory Services and/or Identity Management Services • Working knowledge of Microsoft Applications and Services (IIS, DNS/DHCP, WINS) • In-depth understanding of Active Directory delegation and security models • Experience managing production Windows Servers used to support multiple mission critical initiatives • Working knowledge of Microsoft Enterprise Technologies • Ability to configure and manage all aspects of MS Active Directory • Design, maintain, and manage Domain/Forest trusts. Design, maintain, manage, and monitor Directory/Forest/Domain replication • Must be able to successfully pass a drug screening • Must be able to successfully obtain Public Trust clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or the current highest level of MS certification for Active Directory Overview We are seeking a Sr. Active Directory Administrator to join our team supporting the Nuclear Regulatory Commission NRC SNCC in Rockville, MD. TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. Visit us at www.TekSynap.com. Apply now to explore jobs with us! The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation. By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". Additional Job Information WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Location: Rockville, MD • Type of environment: Office • Noise level: Low • Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday - Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs. • Amount of Travel: Less than 10% PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE Must be a U.S Citizen Must successfully pass a drug screening Active or must be able to obtain Public Trust WAGE INFORMATION Target salary range: $102,000 - $132,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees. OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact [redacted] for assistance.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree with 7+ year's experience in Active Directory Services and/or Identity Management Services
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Applications and Services (IIS, DNS/DHCP, WINS)
• In-depth understanding of Active Directory delegation and security models
• Experience managing production Windows Servers used to support multiple mission critical initiatives
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Enterprise Technologies
• Ability to configure and manage all aspects of MS Active Directory
• Design, maintain, and manage Domain/Forest trusts
• Must be able to successfully obtain Public Trust clearance
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or the current highest level of MS certification for Active Directory
• Amount of Travel: Less than 10%
• The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Must be a U.S Citizen
• Must successfully pass a drug screening
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