Active Directory Administrator

Description

• Develop/maintain custom scripts (computer programs) to automate functionality, optimize performance, and improve resiliency of the AD tree/forest.
• Work with other teams to design new interfaces to meet new requirements for tool access to the AD tree/forest.
• Troubleshoot very complex and unique issues related to performance or functionality.
• Proactively and efficiently administer Active Directory (AD) Services using enterprise tool sets such as Change Auditor, Advanced Group Policy Management (AGPM), SCCM, SCOM
• Effectively troubleshoot and document complex technical issues
• Document technical troubleshooting efforts in ticketing system and Knowledge Management Systems
• Ensure server configuration compliance with DoD and Army regulations
• Work independently and as a team member; set priorities and organize work to meet deadlines
• Work with near complete authority in identifying problems and implementing solutions, working with very little to no supervision
• Able to provide technical support and training to junior personnel regarding higher level troubleshooting
• Make recommendations to management on how to fix systems if the change/fix will impact interfaces for other users/applications/programs/tools; work with more autonomy when there is no impact to other users/applications/programs/tools.
• Follow organizational processes and polices
• Participate in rotational on-call duties to provide after-hours support
• Willing to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance (Interim required prior to start). Those holding active clearance will be given first consideration.
• High School Diploma and 8+, or Associate's Degree and 6+, or Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years of experience at a minimum
• Must hold current IAT II certification (CySA+, Sec+ CE, SSCP) or equivalent prior to hire
• Must acquire Microsoft server certification, MCP 70-410, 70-411 or higher within 6 months of hire
• Must be a positive, self-motivated, and proactive person with the ability to adapt to change and tolerate stressful situations
• Must communicate effectively with team members, team lead, management, and government customer
• Must have the ability and desire to research and develop creative solutions to unique problems with minimal supervision

• Windows Active Directory services
• Domain Name Service (DNS)
• Windows Server 2012 R2 administration
• Physical (Dell, HP, IBM) and virtual (VMware/Hyper-V) servers
• Client/server hardware and software configuration
• Networking concepts
• Creating and/or modifying scripts (batch, vbs, PowerShell)
• McAfee Host Based Security System (HBSS)
• Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)
• Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM)
• Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
• Microsoft SQL Server
• DISA STIGs and IAVAs