VP - Data Center Services (DCS) Senior Active Directory Specialist
Full-time
Director/C-Level
2 hours ago
Job Summary:
This is a regional role for APAC DCS Planning and Service management, this role requires a highly skilled and experienced Active Director..
Job Summary:
This is a regional role for APAC DCS Planning and Service management, this role requires a highly skilled and experienced Active Directory Solutions Architect with a proven track record of designing, implementing, and migrating complex Active Directory environments. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in hybrid Active Directory & Microsoft Entra identity architecture, best practices, and cloud migration strategies, with a focus on standardizing and optimizing regional or global hybrid identity deployments.
Job Responsibilities:
Active Directory Architecture & Design:
- Lead the design and architecture of new and existing Active Directory environments, ensuring alignment with business requirements, security best practices, and industry standards.
- Develop and document detailed architectural diagrams, design specifications, and implementation plans.
- Analyze existing hybrid identity environments, identify areas for improvement, and recommend solutions to optimize performance, security, and manageability.
- Define and implement standardized Active Directory configurations across region or global.
Migration Planning & Execution:
- Lead the planning and execution of complex Active Directory migrations, including on-premises to hybrid cloud migrations (Microsoft Entra ID).
- Develop and implement migration strategies, including phased approaches, data migration, and user provisioning.
- Oversee the migration process, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
- Troubleshoot and resolve Microsoft Windows Server migration-related issues.
Cloud Integration:
- Design and implement hybrid Active Directory environments that integrate on-premises and cloud-based directory services.
- Leverage cloud-based identity and access management solutions to enhance security and improve operational efficiency.
- Explore and evaluate new cloud-based technologies and their potential impact on Active Directory.
Technical Leadership & Collaboration:
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and other IT teams.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Network, EUC, Security, Application) to ensure successful implementation of Active Directory solutions.
- Stay abreast of the latest industry trends and technologies related to Active Directory, cloud computing, and identity and access management.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in IT service management or in Tech Risk with a focus on governance and control within an IT enterprise environment
- In-depth knowledge of hybrid Active Directory architecture, design, and implementation best practices with a strong understanding of advanced Active Directory features (e.g., Trusts, Sites & Services, Replication, Group Policy).
- Experience with complex Active Directory environments with multiple domains, forests, and trusts.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving skills & ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Experience with architectural frameworks and methodologies.
- Excellent documentation and communication skills.
- Experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions (e.g., Microsoft Entra ID Premium)
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