Active Directory professional / Remote

We are urgent looking for Cybersecurity Professionals with hands on experience with MS Entra ID Technology. Job Title : Active Directory Professional Location : Remote Overview : The Senior Active Directory Professional role will provide designs, implementations, deployments, and support for Exchange Server, Microsoft O365, Azure, Active Directory, MFA, and SSO. The position will have a diversified background with technical infrastructure knowledge in an enterprise environment and hands-on experience with On Prem and Cloud systems. Responsibilities : Assessment and Analysis : Experience on Microsoft Entra AD Connect and Entra Cloud Sync identity auto provisioning to Entra ID from various directories. Experience of deploying and managing secure hybrid Azure AD (Microsoft Entra) and on-prem AD, Azure AD Connect installation, and troubleshooting. Conduct thorough security assessments of Active Directory environments. Identify vulnerabilities and potential risks. Develop comprehensive security reports with recommendations for remediation. Evaluate AD systems, architectures, and networks to identify potential vulnerabilities and areas for improvement. Review existing strategies, policies, and procedures to assess clients' incident response readiness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, system administrators, and security analysts, to optimize security measures and incident response capabilities. Create clear, concise, accurate deliverable reports for clients and stakeholders, summarizing findings, recommendations, and progress. Design and Implementation : Design secure Active Directory architectures. Implement security best practices for Active Directory, including Group Policy, access controls, and authentication mechanisms. Configure and manage security settings in Active Directory, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Monitoring and Maintenance : Monitor Active Directory environments for security breaches and suspicious activity. Maintain and update security policies and procedures. Perform regular security audits and risk assessments. Training and Support : Provide training and support to IT staff and end-users on Active Directory security best practices. Develop and maintain documentation on Active Directory security policies and procedures. Assist clients with security-related inquiries and issues. Requirements : Knowledge of PowerShell (scripting / automation; Azure O365 Demonstrated experience with Windows systems installation, maintenance and troubleshooting, including Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012 Demonstrated experience with managing and monitoring virtual and physical servers Demonstrated experience with managing Active Directory in a multi-domain environment Demonstrated experience with Active Directory design and domain migrations Demonstrated experience with Group policy creation, troubleshooting and management Experience with large scale datacentre design and operations Exceptional attention to detail & strong troubleshooting skills Strong verbal / written communication skills Experience working with virtual infrastructure (i.e. VMWare) required Experience utilizing VB / PowerShell to automate common functions Experience migrating large infrastructures from physical to virtual environments Windows Server Management Knowledge in SSO and MFA AD / Exchange migration experience a plus Available to be on call during emergencies Understanding of Cloud technologies Hands-on experience with incident response planning and execution, including the development of playbooks and training materials. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, with strong report-writing abilities. Ability to operate independently and ask the right questions and gather necessary information for effective incident response planning and execution. Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment. Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of experience in Active Directory security and administration. Strong knowledge of Active Directory architecture, Group Policy, and security best practices. Experience with security assessment tools and methodologies. Familiarity with compliance standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified : Identity and Access Administrator, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)) are preferred.