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# Active Directory Architect

- **Company:** ApTask
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Active Directory, Authentication Protocols, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Digital Architecture, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Identity and Access Management, Information Technology Operations, Windows Servers, Network Architecture, Windows PowerShell, Azure Active Directory, Zero Trust Network Access
- **Published:** May 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/04ae5421-b010-4c17-8a43-02aeea9cf369

## About the Role

* 7+ years of Active Directory administration and design experience
 * Deep expertise in AD DS, Azure AD/Entra ID, and hybrid identity solutions
 * Strong knowledge of Windows Server, DNS, and network infrastructure
 * Experience with Group Policy, PowerShell scripting, and automation
 * Understanding of security best practices and compliance frameworks
 * Excellent communication and project management skills, * Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect)
 * Experience with identity governance tools and solutions
 * Knowledge of cloud security and zero-trust architecture
 * Project management or leadership experience

## Description

The Active Directory Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-level Active Directory infrastructure and cloud identity solutions. This role ensures secure, scalable, and efficient directory services that support organizational growth and compliance requirements., Strategic Planning & Design

 * Design and architect AD infrastructure solutions aligned with business objectives
 * Plan migration strategies from on-premises AD to hybrid or cloud-based solutions (Azure AD/Entra ID)
 * Develop disaster recovery and business continuity plans for directory services

Implementation & Deployment

 * Lead implementation of Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) environments
 * Configure and optimize AD forests, domains, and trust relationships
 * Deploy and manage Azure AD/Microsoft Entra ID solutions
 * Oversee hybrid identity scenarios connecting on-premises and cloud environments

Security & Compliance

 * Establish security policies, access controls, and authentication mechanisms
 * Implement Group Policy frameworks and security hardening standards
 * Ensure compliance with industry regulations and organizational security requirements
 * Manage privileged access and identity governance

Infrastructure Management

 * Oversee AD performance, health monitoring, and optimization
 * Manage replication, site topology, and DNS integration
 * Plan capacity and scalability for growing organizations
 * Manage directory service upgrades and patches

Collaboration & Leadership

 * Partner with IT operations, security, and business teams
 * Mentor and guide junior administrators
 * Document architecture decisions and maintain technical standards


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