Job Description Role Overview: We are seeking an expert-level LDAP Directory Specialist with end-to-end experience in PingOne and Ping Davinci. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in LDAP Directory Management (specifically Ping Directory), Identity and Access Management (IAM), and DevSecOps practices. Key Responsibilities: LDAP Directory Management & IAM: Design, deploy, configure, and maintain LDAP directories (Ping Directory preferred), 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. Integrate LDAP solutions with modern IAM systems to enforce authentication/authorization policies, including SSO (Single Sign-On) and MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication).
Monitor directory health, usage, and trends to anticipate capacity and scaling requirements. DevOps & Automation: Develop and maintain automation scripts (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps) to streamline directory deployments, updates, and patches. Implement monitoring and alerting systems using tools like Prometheus or Grafana.
Utilize configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, or Chef) to maintain consistent LDAP system configurations. Collaborate with development, IT, and security teams to ensure smooth integration of directory services within DevOps workflows. Security & Leadership: Apply DevSecOps principles to ensure LDAP directories adhere to strict organizational security and compliance policies (including Zero Trust concepts).
Proactively identify vulnerabilities; implement patches and fixes to mitigate risks. Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for LDAP and directory services, providing mentorship, training, and technical guidance to cross-functional teams. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field (Advanced certifications are a plus).
Core Tech Skills: Heavy expertise with LDAP directory services (Ping Directory highly preferred, OpenLDAP, Oracle Unified Directory) and end-to-end experience with PingOne and Ping Davinci. Scripting: Proficiency in Python, Bash, or PowerShell. DevOps/Cloud: Experience with CI/CD pipelines, configuration management (Ansible/Chef/Puppet), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Monitoring: Knowledge of DevOps monitoring and logging tools (e.g., ELK Stack, Datadog, Splunk).