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Active Directory Engineer

$54 - $70.75/hr

Senior Print Info Security Engineer Remote Managing and maintaining multiple separate Active Directory infrastructures, enhancing the security of those Active Directory environments, working with ...

Active Directory Engineer

$54 - $70.75/hr

Remote Pay rate: Candidate expectation We are seeking an experienced Active Directory Engineer (5-7+ years) with hands-on expertise in Active Directory and Microsoft Intune to support identity ...

Active Directory Engineer

$54 - $70.75/hr

Active Directory Engineer Location: 100% Remote - EST We are seeking an experienced Active Directory Engineer (5-7+ years) with hands-on expertise in Active Directory and Microsoft Intune to support ...

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How much do remote active directory jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote 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 Remote Active Directory job?

A Remote Active Directory job involves managing and maintaining Microsoft Active Directory services from a remote location. Responsibilities typically include user authentication, group policy management, security configurations, and troubleshooting directory-related issues. Remote professionals use tools like PowerShell, Azure AD, and various identity management systems to ensure seamless access control and system integrity. These roles are common in IT administration, cybersecurity, and cloud computing environments.

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

To thrive as a Remote Active Directory professional, you need in-depth expertise in managing and troubleshooting Microsoft Active Directory environments, coupled with a strong understanding of networking and security principles. Familiarity with tools like PowerShell, Azure AD, Group Policy, and certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate or similar are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, proactive communication, and the ability to work independently are crucial soft skills for remote work effectiveness. These capabilities ensure secure, reliable directory services and seamless collaboration in distributed IT teams.

What are some typical daily responsibilities for a Remote Active Directory professional?

As a Remote Active Directory professional, you can expect to spend your days managing user accounts, groups, and organizational units, applying and troubleshooting Group Policy Objects, and monitoring system health and security. You'll often be involved in automating routine tasks with PowerShell scripts, supporting onboarding or offboarding processes, and responding to access or authentication issues. Additionally, remote collaboration with cross-functional IT teams and timely communication with stakeholders are a significant part of the role. This work ensures timely user access, compliance, and the smooth operation of core business services.
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Infographic showing various Remote Active Directory job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 7% Full Time, 65% Part Time, and 26% Contract. Highlights an 5% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 93% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,891 per year, or $46.6 per hour.

$54 - $70.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Senior Print Info Security Engineer
Remote
Managing and maintaining multiple separate Active Directory infrastructures, enhancing the security of those Active Directory environments, working with business partners and application owners to increase the security of their application's utilization of Active Directory services, providing consulting services for application teams in migrating their applications to the Client core AD or cloud environment, decommissioning the Active Directory domain, participating in a 24x7 On-Call rotation.
Responsibilities
Operationally manage Active Directory infrastructure of multiple Active Directory environments. Review, investigate, and remediate any AD performance irregularities identified by the management and monitoring tools. Work with the business and application teams to increase the security of the Active Directory environments by remediating identified security vulnerabilities. Leverage security scanning tools to monitor and maintain the Active Directory environment to the published baseline security standards. Work with the business and application teams to migrate their applications to the Client core AD environment or Client cloud environment. Move the Active Directory environment towards consolidation.
Skills
Must have
We are looking for a senior Active Directory Engineer or Architect with substantial experience in domain integration and migration projects, as well as deep familiarity with the tools and products listed below for managing and maintaining distinct Active Directory infrastructures. The ideal candidate should have significant experience collaborating with business partners and application teams to enhance the security of their Active Directory resource usage and assist in migrating their applications to the Client core AD or cloud environment, as part of the Active Directory domain consolidation efforts.
Active Directory infrastructure engineering (15+ years)
Active Directory performance management and tuning (8+ years)
Server hardware management (6+ years)
VMware ESX / Hyper-V engineering and operations (6+ years)
Nice to have
PowerShell scripting/programming,
VB scripting,
Batch scripting,
System Center Operations Manager (SCOM),
Microsoft EndPoint Configuration Manager (SCCM/MECM),
Quest InTrust,
Quest Change Auditor,
Quest Enterprise Reporter,
Quest GPO Admin,
Quest Recovery Manager for AD (RMAD),
Bloodhound Enterprise,
Microsoft Risk Assessment Program (RAP),
Firewall engineering/operations,
Networking/subnetting, DNS.