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NATIONMIND LLC

Active Directory Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

Required Skills · 7+ years of experience administering Microsoft Active Directory . · Strong experience with Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) . · Hands-on experience with Domain Controller ...

DMI

Active Directory Administrator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting complex Microsoft Active Directory environments, Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), Group Policy, and identity management technologies while ...

DMI

Active Directory Administrator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$57K - $62K/yr

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting complex Microsoft Active Directory environments, Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), Group Policy, and identity management technologies while ...

DMI

Active Directory Administrator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$57K/yr

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting complex Microsoft Active Directory environments, Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), Group Policy, and identity management technologies while ...

Leidos

Active Directory Architect / Engineer

Bowie, MD · On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Leidos is seeking a highly skilled Active Directory Architect / Engineer to review and re-architect ATR's Microsoft Active Directory and hybrid identity environments. The candidate will be ...

Leidos

Active Directory Architect / Engineer

Lorton, VA · On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Leidos is seeking a highly skilled Active Directory Architect / Engineer to review and re-architect ATR's Microsoft Active Directory and hybrid identity environments. The candidate will be ...

Leidos

Active Directory Architect / Engineer

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Leidos is seeking a highly skilled Active Directory Architect / Engineer to review and re-architect ATR's Microsoft Active Directory and hybrid identity environments. The candidate will be ...

Leidos

Active Directory Architect / Engineer

Lanham, MD · On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Leidos is seeking a highly skilled Active Directory Architect / Engineer to review and re-architect ATR's Microsoft Active Directory and hybrid identity environments. The candidate will be ...

Leidos

Active Directory Architect / Engineer

Clinton, MD · On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Leidos is seeking a highly skilled Active Directory Architect / Engineer to review and re-architect ATR's Microsoft Active Directory and hybrid identity environments. The candidate will be ...

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How much do microsoft active directory jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for microsoft active directory in the United States is $46.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.41 and $54.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Microsoft Active Directory job?

A Microsoft Active Directory (AD) job involves managing and maintaining an organization's AD environment, which includes user authentication, access control, and directory services. Professionals in this role configure group policies, maintain security settings, and ensure AD integrates with other IT systems. They often handle identity management, troubleshoot authentication issues, and enhance security by enforcing best practices. These roles are vital for ensuring secure access to enterprise resources and maintaining compliance with IT policies.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working with Microsoft Active Directory?

Professionals working with Microsoft Active Directory often encounter challenges such as managing complex permission structures, troubleshooting authentication issues, and ensuring the security and integrity of directory data. Keeping up with best practices for account provisioning, group policies, and integrating new technologies like cloud-based identity solutions also demands ongoing learning and flexibility. In this dynamic environment, collaborating closely with other IT teams and providing support to end-users are frequent parts of the job. Effective troubleshooting and a proactive approach are critical to minimizing disruptions and maintaining a secure, robust identity management system.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Microsoft Active Directory position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Microsoft Active Directory role, you need a deep understanding of identity and access management, directory services, network protocols, and Windows Server environments, often backed by a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Proficiency with Microsoft AD tools, PowerShell scripting, and certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate are highly valued. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and attention to detail are key soft skills for this position. These competencies are essential for ensuring secure, reliable, and efficient management of organizational IT infrastructures.

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Microsoft Active Directory Engineer -Hybrid

Amtex System Inc.

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$58.25 - $76/hr

Other

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Amtex Systems Inc is an information technology and talent solutions company offering talent and BI consulting to the companies in US for over 25 years.

Our solutions are designed to fill resource gaps, by providing the right candidates who deliver value to the organization. Our propensity to nurture and build strong relationships with our clients helps us better understand their business demands and gives us the ability to provide services that are on time and rise above the rest.


Microsoft Windows Active Directory Engineer

Location: NYC (Hybrid, 3 Days/Week onsite)

12 Months contract

Local candidates needed

W2 Need candidates authorized to work for any employer; Cannot sponsor

What’s in it for you:

You’ll be part of our Windows focused teams to manage the critical backend Microsoft infrastructure. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to modernizing global Active Directory (AD) infrastructure — a crucial backbone for authentication, authorization, and identity services across our development and production environment. You’ll play a pivotal role in evolving our Windows Services architecture to meet the scale, complexity, and security demands of a highly distributed environment used by thousands of engineers and systems worldwide, ensuring it remains up to date with latest reliability and security best practices.

You’ll need to have:

7+ years of experience architecting, administering, and securing Active Directory in large enterprise environments

Deep expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and Windows Server platforms

Strong hands-on experience implementing and managing Active Directory security controls and hardening initiatives

Experience deploying and managing Windows Local Administrator Password Solution

Experience implementing and supporting MFA for key systems

Experience deploying and managing Windows security features such as Credential Guard, and other credential theft mitigation technologies

Strong understanding of identity lifecycle management, authentication protocols (Kerberos, NTLM), and access control models

Proven experience designing and implementing AD forests, domains, trusts, replication strategies, and privileged access models

Knowledge of Active Directory tiering, privileged access management, administrative workstation strategies, and least-privilege principles

Experience assessing and remediating Active Directory security vulnerabilities and misconfigurations

Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell

Experience working in regulated environments with an emphasis on compliance, auditing, and security governance

A Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, similar field of study, or equivalent work experience

We’d love to see:

Familiarity with Active Directory security assessment tools and methodologies, including attack path analysis and privilege escalation remediation

Experience integrating AD with other platforms (e.g. Linux systems, SaaS applications)

Strong understanding of EDR, endpoint security, and security monitoring solutions in Windows environments

Strong documentation and communication skills

A mindset for proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement

Microsoft certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, Security Operations Analyst Associate, or Azure Solutions Architec

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