Junior Cloud Security Analyst

• Configure and troubleshoot Windows Server operating systems supporting Active Directory, DNS, and Certificate Authorities
• Demonstrate extensive understanding and management of Active Directory systems and maintain them effectively
• Manage DNS, Certificate Authority, Certificate Management, and Authentication Services such as ADFS, SAML, SSO, and OKTA
• Apply STIG and VPR security adjustments as needed to ensure compliance
• Manage and monitor the certificate environment to ensure timely issuance and installation without outages
• Develop scripts to check system health and automate monitoring of Active Directory, DNS, and Certificate Authorities
• Design, develop, and support scalable, redundant infrastructure, including physical, virtualized, and cloud environments
• Install, configure, and manage Windows-based certificate authority servers
• Configure group management policies, including role-based management; set up administrator and service accounts
• Maintain system documentation, optimize performance, and install system-wide software updates
• Implement security controls based on NIST and DISA guidelines, including security hardening changes
• Perform critical system patches and manage storage space effectively
• Enhance infrastructure to incorporate the latest technologies and cross-application integrations
• Collaborate daily with engineering teams and system owners to influence design and architecture solutions in multi-tier environments
• Manage project priorities, deliverables, and deadlines efficiently
• Produce clear technical documentation for all solutions delivered

Do you have experience in Windows?, Do you have a Master’s degree?, * Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline, with 8+ years of relevant experience; Master’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience accepted as substitution

• Proficiency in orchestrating workflows with data dependencies and automation, including PowerShell scripting
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with Directory Services (Microsoft Active Directory, Entra ID/Azure AD)
• At least 4 years of experience providing Tier II & III Windows support
• Experience with Authentication services such as ADFS, OKTA, or equivalent (minimum 3 years)
• Experience managing certificates and certificate authorities from providers like Microsoft, Digicert, Entrust/Sectigo, SSL.com
• Strong collaboration skills across disciplines and ability to operate independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex technical concepts effectively
• Willingness to work on-call as needed and handle diverse technical responsibilities

Alaska Remote $40 - $78 an hour, Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance