Active Directory Engineer (Only W2)

Role: Senior Active Directory Engineer

Location: Alpharetta GA

Duration: Long Term

Job Overview:

• We are looking for a skilled Senior Active Directory Engineer to support and maintain a mixed environment of Windows and RedHat Linux servers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with both operating systems, with a primary focus on Windows, and the ability to manage and support Linux-based systems. This role involves deploying and maintaining infrastructure using tools like Ansible Tower, as well as providing operational support for both Windows and RedHat environments.
• In addition to technical expertise, the ideal candidate must possess strong soft skills to interact effectively with both the team and end users in a friendly, professional manner. A key aspect of this role will be fostering positive collaboration, focusing on helping both the team and end users equally, ensuring smooth communication and support in a fast-paced enterprise environment. You will be part of a dynamic team responsible for the day-to-day management, troubleshooting, and optimization of these systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Support: Provide ongoing operational support for a mixed environment of Windows OS and RedHat Linux servers, ensuring both systems run efficiently and reliably.
• Primary Windows OS Support: Take the lead in supporting Windows-based environments while also managing and supporting RedHat Linux servers in parallel.
• Infrastructure Management & Automation: Deploy, manage, and automate infrastructure tasks using Ansible Tower, streamlining processes for system configuration and maintenance.
• Active Directory Integration: Collaborate with the team to manage Active Directory, ensuring seamless user management, authentication, and system integration across both Windows and Linux environments.
• VMware & Virtualization Management: Utilize VMware and other virtualization technologies (e.g., ESXi, vCenter) for deploying, configuring, and maintaining virtualized systems.
• Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution: Proactively troubleshoot and resolve system issues related to both Windows and RedHat Linux operating systems, as well as the applications running on these platforms.
• Performance & Security Management: Assist with server performance tuning, ongoing system monitoring, patch management, and applying security updates to ensure optimal system health and security.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with a team of 7 full-time employees and contractors to manage and support a diverse operating system environment, ensuring cohesive and efficient teamwork.
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure systems meet company compliance standards and contribute to maintaining comprehensive documentation, including configuration guides, troubleshooting procedures, and operational processes.

Job Requirements:

• Proficiency in Windows OS: Extensive experience working with Windows operating systems, as it is the primary environment in use.
• Enterprise-level RedHat Linux Experience: Proven experience managing RedHat Linux in large-scale, enterprise environments, including production server setups, deployments, and ongoing support. Candidates with only in-house or personal Linux experience will not meet the requirements.
• Ansible Tower Expertise: Hands-on experience deploying, managing, and automating servers using Ansible Tower, with a focus on efficient system configuration and management at scale.
• Active Directory Knowledge: Basic understanding of Active Directory for managing users, permissions, and authentication in a Windows environment.
• Virtualization Expertise: Familiarity with VMware and virtualization technologies, including ESXi and vCenter, for managing virtualized infrastructures.
• Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting: Strong analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues across both Windows and Linux operating systems, ensuring system uptime and performance.
• Communication & Remote Collaboration: Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a remote team environment, coordinating with both technical and non-technical team members.
• Time Management & Independence: Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and meet deadlines without direct supervision, maintaining high-quality results.
• Enterprise Infrastructure Knowledge: Understanding of enterprise-scale infrastructure, including large server environments, network configurations, and high-availability systems.
• Networking & Security: Knowledge of network configuration and security best practices, ensuring robust and secure system deployments across the enterprise.