What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Lead- LDAP Engineering Specialist position at Entech?
About the job
We’re living and working in the midst of a digital revolution, and the demand for optimized technology practices has never been more critical for businesses. At Entech, it’s our mission to help companies navigate the changing environment and accelerate digital realization through the power of solutions, services, and product platforms. With comprehensive end-to-end offerings, we advise, engineer, and manage, ensuring our clients proactively drive toward success in this ever-evolving digital landscape.
Our team is growing, and we’re searching for a Technical Lead- LDAP Engineeringwho is a creative problem-solver with their fingertips on the latest industry practices to help our clients achieve digital realization. You’ll join a group of industry veterans and digital natives, blending the power of tried-and-true methods with cutting-edge technologies. We prioritize authentic partnerships in a collaborative environment, and we’re excited to welcome a Technical Lead- LDAP Engineeringwho is eager to bring their expertise to our team.
Responsibilities
LDAP Directory Management :
Design, deploy, configure, and maintain LDAP directories, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.
Develop and enforce LDAP directory schemas, access controls, and data integrity standards.
Troubleshoot and resolve LDAP-related issues, minimizing downtime and optimizing response times.
Maintain and document all LDAP directory configurations, processes, and dependencies.
Identity and Access Management (IAM) :
Integrate LDAP solutions with identity and access management systems to enforce authentication and authorization policies.
Ensure seamless connectivity between LDAP and enterprise applications, including SSO (Single Sign-On) and MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication).
Monitor directory health, usage, and trends to anticipate capacity and scaling requirements.
DevOps Responsibilities :
Develop and maintain automation scripts and CI / CD pipelines to streamline LDAP directory deployments, updates, and patches.
Implement monitoring and alerting systems using DevOps tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) to ensure the health and performance of directory services.
Utilize configuration management tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef to maintain consistent LDAP system configurations.
Collaborate with development, IT, and security teams to ensure the smooth integration of directory services within DevOps workflows.
Security and Compliance :
Apply DevSecOps principles to ensure LDAP directories adhere to organizational security policies and compliance requirements.
Proactively identify vulnerabilities and implement patches, updates, and fixes to mitigate risks.
Perform regular audits to validate LDAP configurations align with best practices.
Collaboration and Leadership :
Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for LDAP and directory services across the organization.
Lead a team or collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute directory services initiatives.
Provide mentorship, training, and technical guidance to team members and stakeholders.
Qualifications
Education :
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced certifications are a plus.
Technical Skills :
Strong expertise with LDAP directory services (e.g., OpenLDAP, Ping Directory, Oracle Unified Directory).
Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
Experience with CI / CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps).
Working knowledge of configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, or Puppet).
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Soft Skills :
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to work independently and lead projects effectively.
Preferred Qualifications :
Experience with integrating LDAP directories into modern IAM systems.
Knowledge of DevOps monitoring and logging tools (e.g., ELK Stack, Datadog, Splunk).
Familiarity with Zero Trust Security concepts and architectures
Company Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
Additionally
Entech is an equal-opportunity employer.
This is an On-site Hybrid work schedule based out of our Dallas Texas office
No Third-party candidates will be accepted, this is strictly a direct employment opportunity with Entech
