Principal Active Directory Administrator
Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 06/09/2024
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT professional with a National Diploma/Degree or relevant technical certification (MCSE). The ideal candidate will possess significant experience managing Enterprise Directory Services, particularly within a Microsoft environment. As part of our team, you will play a critical role in overseeing and maintaining our directory services infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration and functionality across the organization.
Duties and responsibilities :
- Oversee and manage the implementation and maintenance of Enterprise Directory Services.
- Ensure optimal performance of Active Directory (AD) back-end services, including DNS, Group Policy Objects (GPO), and DHCP in a large-scale enterprise environment.
- Design, implement, and troubleshoot DNS, GPO, and DHCP architecture.
- Apply ITIL principles and best practices in service management to ensure the efficient operation of Directory Services.
- Develop and enforce policies and procedures related to directory services and ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure directory services are integrated effectively within the broader IT infrastructure.
- Perform regular health checks, audits, and updates to maintain the stability and security of directory services.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
Requirements
Required Qualifications :
- National Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 8 years of Active Directory Experience
- Relevant technical certifications, including Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE).
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) in Domain Services certification is essential.
- Strong experience in managing Active Directory and Enterprise Directory Services.
- Expertise in DNS, GPO, and DHCP architecture, design, and troubleshooting in an enterprise environment.
- Knowledge of ITIL Foundation principles.
Skills and Experience :
- Proven experience managing AD environments in a large enterprise setting.
- In-depth understanding of DNS, GPO, and DHCP and how they interact within AD.
- Familiarity with ITIL processes and service management best practices.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with various teams.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of work.
- Willingness to stay updated with industry trends and advancements in Directory Services technologies.
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