Active Directory Systems Administrator (Intermediate-Level)
Link Solutions, Inc.
- Sierra Vista, AZ
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Must be a US Citizen
- Must have an active DoD Security Clearance.
- Non-remote (relocation incentive available)
- Conduct complex troubleshooting and repair tasks on Active Directory, Windows Server 2008-2019, Domain Controllers, user authentication, and other operating systems as needed.
- Configure and maintain Active Directory forests and domains across a network with over 10,000 users and 20,000 Active Directory objects.
- Manage data backup and recovery.
- Perform routine tests and maintenance procedures to ensure that the systems are operating within prescribed capacity limits.
- Responsible for documenting systems and processes used in day-to-day maintenance, troubleshooting, and training.
- Develop and troubleshoot Power CLI and PowerShell scripts.
- Interface with database administrators and other IT professionals to coordinate the installation and maintenance of client-server applications to support enterprise line of business systems.
- Ensure the security and compliance of the Active Directory environment.
- Create advanced monitoring strategies for monitoring and reporting the health of Active Directory components.
- Record problem symptoms and status information in a timely fashion and communicate internally within IT and externally with the customer through problem resolution.
- Monitoring, backup, and restoration procedures for Active Directory.
- Document new system components or modifications to existing components
- Ensure the security and integrity of system and product solutions.
- Must be a US Citizen.
- Must have an active DoD Security Clearance.
- Three (3+) years of relevant experience working in an IT enterprise Systems Administrator field.
- IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, etc.).
- Active Directory Lightweight Directory Services (AD LDS) experience.
- Proficiency in the operation of local and wide-area networks and components.
- Experience or Certification in Windows Server, Microsoft SQL Server, and desktop support.
- Understanding of essential networking concepts, including IP addressing and subnetting.
- Current Computing Environment (CE) certification (required within 90 days of performance start date).
- BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field with a comprehensive understanding of computer science concepts.
- Experience with firewalls, Internet VPN’s remote implementation, and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with backup and recovery software and methodologies.
- Experience with Windows Server, Systems Center, and Active Directory, Windows Server
- Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.
- A problem solver and troubleshooter who thrives in resolving complex problems.
- Strong self-starter requiring minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.