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Responsibilities Peraton is seeking an Active Directory Administrator. This position is responsible ... Build, install, configure, and maintain Domain Controllers (DCs) and Domain Name Services (DNS ...

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Active Directory Engineer Specialist

Plano, TX · On-site

$50.50 - $66/hr

Active Directory, Group Policy Management, Domain Admin Experience (Min. 5 years), PowerShell (Min. 5 years) and Microsoft SCOM. AWS and Azure are preferred. Prior hands on experience with Active ...

Active Directory Engineer - RC4

Duluth, GA · On-site

$48.50 - $63.50/hr

Design, administer, secure, and support Active Directory forests, domains, trusts, organizational units, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and domain controllers. * Develop, test, and implement ...

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As of Jun 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for active directory domain administrator in the United States is $39.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.81 and $49.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Active Directory Domain Administrators in large enterprise environments often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent group policy management across multiple domains, ensuring secure delegation of administrative privileges, and handling complex user and device provisioning. Balancing security with usability, especially during migrations or upgrades, can also be demanding. Collaboration with security, networking, and support teams is essential to address issues proactively and maintain system integrity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Active Directory Domain Administrator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Active Directory Domain Administrator, you need deep knowledge of Windows Server environments, Active Directory architecture, group policy management, and typically a relevant IT degree or certifications like Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate. Proficiency with tools such as PowerShell scripting, Active Directory Users and Computers (ADUC), and security monitoring systems is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills for this role. These skills ensure secure, reliable, and efficient management of user access and network resources, which are critical for organizational security and productivity.

What are Active Directory Domain Administrators?

Active Directory Domain Administrators are IT professionals responsible for managing and maintaining the Active Directory (AD) environment within an organization. They handle tasks such as user account management, group policy administration, security permissions, and ensuring the overall health and security of the AD infrastructure. Their role is critical in providing secure access to network resources, troubleshooting directory-related issues, and implementing best practices for identity and access management. They often collaborate with other IT teams to support business operations and maintain compliance with organizational policies.
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Security Operations Domain Administrator (G31)

Security Operations Domain Administrator (G31)

PACCAR

Renton, WA • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Design and manage complex Microsoft Active Directory structures, including forests, domains, trusts, and replication topology.

  • Oversee global cloud governance by managing the entire Microsoft 365 and Azure tenant with full Global Admin privileges over users, groups, licenses, and service settings.

  • Implement advanced security and Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies such as MFA, Conditional Access, and Privileged Identity Management (PIM).


Paccar rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 421 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Security Operations Domain Administrator with expertise in managing and optimizing on-premises Active Directory and Microsoft 365 Entra environments and ensuring the stability, security, and scalability of PACCAR’s large-scale global directory services infrastructure. This role requires proven hands-on experience in managing and securing enterprise-level organizations.

Work is done both in team and individual contributor roles. The pace of work is fast and can change quickly based on current security risks. Thus, the qualified individual must be flexible and able to manage multiple tasks. They must also be willing and eager to learn new and emerging technologies and skills, both while at work and on their own time. The analyst will be required to be on call according to a set schedule and be willing to quickly respond to security and operational incidents when called upon.

This position is located in Renton, WA.

Job Functions/Responsibilities

  • Designing and managing complex Microsoft Active Directory structures, including forests, domains, trusts, and replication topology.
  • Oversees global cloud governance by managing the entire Microsoft 365 and Azure tenant with full Global Admin privileges over users, groups, licenses, and service settings.
  • Implements advanced security and Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies such as MFA, Conditional Access, and Privileged Identity Management (PIM).
  • Leads infrastructure modernization through Security and Security Operations projects, domain restructuring, and PowerShell automation
  • Provides Tier 3 support, subject matter expertise, and team mentorship for complex authentication, synchronization, and group policy issues.
  • Responsible for daily domain and tenant administration tasks, troubleshooting complex issues, and will participate in an on-call rotation.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience as a Systems Engineer in a medium to large enterprise environment with primary duties in Windows domain administration and managing Active Directory infrastructure
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or closely related field
  • Deep expertise in installation, operation, and maintenance of  highly complex, enterprise-level Active Directory Domain Services in a hybrid on-premises and Microsoft Entra (Azure AD) cloud environment
  • Strong proficiency in Advanced PowerShell scripting for automation.
  • Expertise with IT infrastructure technologies including DNS, DHCP, PKI, and certificate management
  • Advanced skills in writing and maintaining PowerShell scripts for automating identity management, compliance reporting, and service configurations across the enterprise
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Experience monitoring and working out of an ITSM ticketing system such as ServiceNow
  • Availability to work “on-call” 24 hours/day for emergencies, and flexibility in schedule
  • Familiarity with domain-related disaster recovery and business continuity planning
  • Deep functional understanding of Windows 10/11, Windows Server, Active Directory Domain Services, Group Policy, DNS, PKI, and Federation.
  • CISSP, Microsoft role-based Expert certification, or equivalent industry certification strongly desired

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services, you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Division Information

PACCAR’s Information Technology Division (ITD), located in Renton, WA utilizes cutting-edge technology to provide systems development, consulting, voice and data communications services to the entire Corporation, which has high visibility in the technology sector.

PACCAR Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

  • 401k with up to a 5% company match
  • Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
  • Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
  • Paid short-and long-term disability programs
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. Applicants and employees for this position will not be sponsored for work authorization, including, but not limited to H-1B visas, now or in the future. The salary range for the Senior Domain Administrator is $100,100 - $156,600 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above. This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.


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PACCAR, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905 and is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under its internationally recognized brands Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business. Your next career move is waiting at PACCAR whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services. Join the PACCAR team today!

Industry

Motor vehicle manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Bellevue, WA, US

Year founded

1905

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