IT Security Specialist

The Active Directory Infrastructure Operations (ADIO) team is seeking a highly skilled Active Directory (AD) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to install and maintain a large-scale corporate AD backup and restore environment. This role requires deep expertise in AD authentication services and infrastructure, with a focus on backup and restoral functionality. The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing Hyper-V, clustering, Cohesity and Quest Recovery Manager for Active Directory (RMAD) applications. This is a hybrid position requiring a minimum of 3 days per week onsite., * Install and maintain a large-scale corporate Active Directory backup and restore environment

• Install Hyper-V, clustering, Cohesity, and RMAD applications
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to AD infrastructure
• Manage and create backup and restoral infrastructure
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth implementation
• Work weeknights and weekends as needed

• 5+ years of hands-on experience supporting Active Directory authentication services in large-scale enterprise environments
• Working knowledge of Quest Recovery Manager for Active Directory
• Working knowledge of Cohesity Data Protect and Helios (on-prem)
• Engineer level experience with data protection technologies
• Deep understanding of Active Directory infrastructure
• Strong documentation skills (design, procedural, requirements, etc)
• Hands-on experience with PowerShell to automate administrative tasks and resolve complex issues
• Deep understanding of Windows Server 2019/2022 (GUI and Core)
• Understanding of immutable storage
• Working knowledge of core network components (subnetting, networking, VLANs, etc)
• Top-tier critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a service-oriented team environment and articulate to a wide audience through written and verbal communications
• Virtualization (with Hyper-V) and virtualized Domain Controllers
• Proficiency in AD troubleshooting tools such as DCDiag, Netdiag, Repadmin, and DFRSdiag
• Experience with AD Domain Name System (ADDNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), and Distributed File System (DFS)
• Knowledge of enterprise storage, network infrastructure, and virtualization technologies (SCVMM/Hyper-V, VMware)
• Strong understanding of security best practices, including Kerberos authentication, NTLM, AD Federation Services (ADFS), and multi-factor authentication (MFA)
• Familiarity with ITIL processes, including incident, change, and problem management

Desired skills:

• Experience building and supporting enterprise server platforms
• Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) experience
• Familiarity with Active Directory Certificate Services (ADCS) and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
• Exposure to backup or data protection platforms (e.g., Cohesity or similar tools)
• Familiarity with cyber recovery or disaster recovery concepts
• Introductory experience with PowerShell or scripted administration

Genesis10 is currently seeking an Active Directory Subject Matter Expert - Hybrid position with a Global Financial Institution located in Charlotte, NC, Pennington, NJ and Plano, TX. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity., Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: * Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years. * The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years. * Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.) * Behavioral Health Platform * Medical, Dental, Vision * Health Savings Account * Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) * Voluntary Term Life Insurance * 401K * Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) * Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois) For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran