Active Directory Technical Lead

Job description

**Experience and** **willing** **to work 24X7 rostered operations with physical presence in Office premises as per organizational policy and project requirements.** **Core Technical Skills** - **Active Directory (On-Prem)** - Expertise in AD architecture, domain controllers, FSMO roles, and replication. - Strong knowledge of Group Policy creation, management, and troubleshooting. - Experience with DNS, DHCP, Kerberos, and LDAP protocols. - **Entra ID (Azure AD)** - Deep understanding of cloud identity management and hybrid identity (AD Connect). - Proficiency in Conditional Access, MFA, and Identity Protection. - Experience in integrating applications using SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect. - **Security & Compliance** - Implementing Tier 0 security principles and privileged access management. - Familiarity with auditing tools (e.g., Semperis DSP, Microsoft Defender for Identity). - Knowledge of Zero Trust principles. **Infrastructure & Automation** - Hands-on experience with **PowerShell scripting** for automation. - Familiarity with **ServiceNow workflows** for identity operations. **Technical & Functional Leadership** - Lead the team both technically and functionally, ensuring delivery of identity and access management solutions. **Subject Matter Expertise (SME)** - Act as an SME for Active Directory and Entra ID, providing proactive solutions and guidance for complex issues **Process Documentation** - Develop and maintain detailed documentation for processes, procedures, and best practices. **Stakeholder Coordination** - Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including security, infrastructure, and application teams. **Customer Escalation Management** - Handle customer escalations promptly, ensuring resolution and maintaining service quality. **Role & responsibilities** **Preferred candidate profile**