Red Sun Technology is seeking an expert Active Directory Domain Specialist to lead the modernization of our Active Directory (AD) environment and integrate it with modern identity management solutions such as Entra ID and Okta. The ideal candidate will also be proficient in DNS and DHCP management, ensuring network reliability and performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Active Directory Management & Modernization:- Lead the modernization and optimization of the organization's Active Directory (AD) infrastructure.
- Integrate AD with modern identity management platforms such as Entra ID, Okta, and other cloud-based solutions.
- Plan and implement an upgraded AD structure to align with best practices and security compliance.
- Develop and enforce AD domain security policies, ensuring secure authentication and authorization mechanisms.
- Conduct AD audits and performance monitoring to maintain the integrity, security, and efficiency of the directory.
DNS & DHCP Administration:- Manage and troubleshoot DNS and DHCP services to ensure high availability, security, and efficiency.
- Maintain and optimize DNS zones, records, and AD-related DNS configurations.
- Configure and maintain DHCP scopes, failover setups, and IP address management.
- Collaborate with network teams to maintain DNS/DHCP scalability and redundancy.
Collaboration & Support:- Work with security and infrastructure teams to establish identity and access management best practices.
- Provide expert-level support for complex AD, DNS, and DHCP issues.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior administrators.
Required Skills & Qualifications:- Extensive experience managing and modernizing Active Directory environments.
- Proven ability to integrate AD with Entra ID, Okta, or similar identity management platforms.
- Strong DNS and DHCP administration experience in large-scale environments.
- In-depth understanding of Group Policy, Trusts, Replication, Sites, and Organizational Units (OUs).
- Experience migrating and restructuring domain objects to align with best practices.
- Expert-level knowledge of Windows Server (2012, 2016, 2019, 2022).
- Familiarity with cloud-based identity solutions (Entra ID, AWS IAM, etc.).
- Expertise in DNS (including DNSSEC) and DHCP configuration, management, and troubleshooting.
- Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and reporting within AD/DNS/DHCP.
- Strong understanding of security protocols, including Kerberos, LDAP, and AD Certificate Services (ADCS).
- Prefer candidates that live in or near Michigan
If interested, please apply with resume.
