Server Administrator - SA 25-21150

Job Title: Server Administrator
Duration: 6 to 9 Months
Location: Waterford, MI

Job Description:

Position Overview:

We are seeking an expert Active Directory Domain Specialist with extensive experience modernizing AD environments and integrating them with cutting-edge identity management solutions. In this role, you will design and modernize our Active Directory solution, ensuring seamless integration with modern identity technologies such as Entra ID and Okta. Additionally, you will leverage your expertise in DNS and DHCP to optimize network reliability and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Active Directory Management & Modernization:

  • Lead efforts to modernize and optimize the Active Directory (AD) to meet evolving organizational needs.

  • Integrate AD with modern identity management platforms (e.g., Entra ID, Okta) to support both hybrid and cloud environments.

  • Plan and implement the modernized AD environment.

  • Develop and enforce AD domain security policies to ensure secure authentication, authorization, and compliance with best practices.

  • Conduct AD audits and continuous monitoring to ensure the integrity, performance, and security of the AD environment.

• DNS & DHCP Administration:

  • Manage and troubleshoot DNS and DHCP services to ensure reliability, security, and optimal performance.

  • Maintain DNS zones, records, and resolve DNS issues related to AD integration.

  • Configure and manage DHCP, including IP address management, scope setup, and failover configurations.

  • Collaborate with network and infrastructure teams to ensure scalability, redundancy, and performance of DNS/DHCP services.

• Collaboration & Support:

  • Work closely with security and infrastructure teams to develop and enforce identity and access management policies.

  • Provide expert-level support to resolve complex issues related to AD, DNS, and DHCP.

  • Offer technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff regarding AD, DNS, and DHCP best practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Extensive experience managing and modernizing Active Directory environments.

• Proven experience integrating AD with modern identity management solutions such as Entra ID, Okta, or similar platforms.

• Strong background in DNS and DHCP management within large-scale, complex network environments.

• In-depth understanding of AD infrastructure, including 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) and AD-related services.

• Familiarity with cloud-based identity solutions (e.g., Entra ID, AWS IAM).

• Expertise in DNS (including DNSSEC) and DHCP configuration, management, and troubleshooting.

• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and reporting within AD/DNS/DHCP environments.

• Strong understanding of security protocols, including Kerberos, LDAP, and AD Certificate Services (ADCS).