Job Description:
Job description for Active Directory :
Key Responsibilities
? User and Group Management: Create, modify, and delete user accounts and groups,
ensuring adherence to security policies and permissions structures.
? Group Policy Management: Configure and manage Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to enforce
security settings and software deployment across the network.
? Active Directory Services: Implement and maintain Active Directory Domain Services (AD
DS), including domain controllers, to ensure network resource availability and security.
? Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Monitor Active Directory performance, system health,
and security logs to identify and resolve issues, ensuring high availability and reliability.
? Backup and Disaster Recovery: Execute Active Directory backup and disaster recovery plans,
including regular testing and updating of recovery procedures to minimize downtime in case
of system failures.
? Integration and Support: Coordinate with network and system administrators to integrate
Active Directory with other systems like email, DNS, and DHCP, ensuring seamless user
experience and system interoperability.
? Documentation and Compliance: Develop and maintain documentation related to Active
Directory architecture, settings, and procedures, including detailed change logs and system
configurations for audit compliance and knowledge transfer.
Essential Skills
? Group Policy Management: Proficiency in configuring and managing settings for users and
computers within an organization’s network, enforcing security policies, and automating
software deployments.
? PowerShell Scripting: Automating user account management and bulk updates to Active
Directory objects, reducing manual workload and potential for errors.
? Directory Synchronization: Ensuring consistent data across on-premises Active Directory
environments and cloud-based directories by synchronizing user accounts, passwords, and
group memberships.
? Security and Compliance: Implementing and managing Active Directory security policies,
ensuring adherence to organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
? Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving: Identifying and resolving issues related to Active
Directory services, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
Qualifications
? Experience: Typically, 8–10 years of experience in Active Directory administration, with a
strong understanding of Windows Server environments.
? Certifications: Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or
MCSA: Windows Server are often preferred.
