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Apptad, Inc.

Active Directory Engineer

$54 - $70.75/hr

Active Directory Engineer Remote Position Summary Customer is seeking an experienced Senior Active Directory Engineer contractor to provide operational and engineering support for our enterprise ...

campus4tech

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 ...

campus4tech

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 ...

GDIT

Identity & Directory Services Architect

WV · On-site +1

$174K - $235K/yr

Active DoD Secret clearance * CERTIFICIATIONS : * IAT Level II DoD 8570 certification (CompTIA ... Remote WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED - DESIRED: * TECHNICAL SKILLS : * Prior experience as IAM or ...

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How much do senior specialist remote active directory jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior specialist remote active directory in the United States is $99,843.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $116,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Specialist Remote Active Directory vs Network Administrator?

AspectSenior Specialist Remote Active DirectoryNetwork Administrator
CredentialsIT certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, MCSA)Networking certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA)
Work EnvironmentRemote, focused on Active Directory management and securityOn-site or remote, managing overall network infrastructure
Industry UsageIT, cybersecurity, enterprise environmentsIT, telecommunications, corporate networks
Search/Comparison IntentSpecialized Active Directory skills, remote IT rolesBroader network management roles

The Senior Specialist Remote Active Directory primarily focuses on managing and securing Active Directory environments remotely, requiring specialized certifications. In contrast, a Network Administrator oversees broader network infrastructure, often with a wider range of certifications and responsibilities. Both roles are essential in IT but differ in scope and specialization.

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Infographic showing various Senior Specialist Remote Active Directory job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,843 per year, or $48 per hour.

Active Directory Specialist

ACS Consultancy Services

Albany, NY • Remote

Other

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Active Directory Specialist

Location: Remote

We are currently seeking candidates who meet the following qualifications.

Responsibilities:

  • Administer and support Active Directory services, including domain controllers, forests, trusts, and replication.
  • Design and implement Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to enforce organizational security standards.
  • Manage user accounts, OU structures, roles, and permissions across AD.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to AD authentication, replication, and trust relationships.
  • Perform AD health checks, monitoring, and maintenance using tools like ADREPLSTATUS and dcdiag.
  • Integrate AD with Microsoft 365, Azure AD, and third-party identity solutions.
  • Support backup and disaster recovery procedures for AD.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and help desk teams on IAM initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards (e.g., NIST, HIPAA, ISO).
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Hands-on experience administering Active Directory in enterprise environments.
  • Strong experience with Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, LDAP, Kerberos, and AD Certificate Services.
  • Experience with PowerShell scripting for automation and administration.
  • Experience in identity federation (e.g., ADFS, SAML, Azure AD Connect).
  • Knowledge of Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 environments.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and documentation skills.
  • Experience with hybrid identity environments (Azure AD, Microsoft Entra).
  • Experience in Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Identity Governance solutions.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune) and SCCM.
  • Experience with vulnerability scanning and compliance tools (e.g., Nessus, Qualys).
  • Federal Experience is a plus.
  • Required Security clearance.
    If you meet these qualifications, please submit your application via link provided in Linkedin.
    Kindly do not call the general line to submit your application.