Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Active Directory SME to support enterprisescale identity and directory services within Microsoft collaboration and cloud environments The ideal candidate will have deep technical knowledge of AD architecture migrations authentication flows and hybrid identity dependencies
Responsibilities
Manage and optimize onprem Active Directory infrastructure including replication DNS DHCP GPOs and domain security
Support AD modernization projects including restructuring consolidation and domainforest migrations
Work closely with identity and cloud teams to ensure AD readiness for Microsoft 365 workloads
Maintain AAD Connect synchronization health troubleshoot identity sync issues and manage hybrid identity footprints
Perform AD health assessments remediation RBAC security hardening and lifecycle management
Support authentication services such as Kerberos NTLM SAML ADFS and certificatebased authentication
Troubleshoot directory issues that impact collaboration services such as Exchange Teams and SharePoint
Maintain detailed documentation of AD architecture changes and operational procedures
Participate in incidentproblem management and support production operations
Required Skills
Strong expertise in Active Directory DNS DHCP Group Policies AD replication
Proficiency in AAD Connect hybrid identity models and directory migration tools
Understanding of Azure AD basics authentication protocols and security best practices
Advanced troubleshooting skills and PowerShell scripting experience
Experience with AD consolidation and domain restructuring in large enterprises
Certifications Required
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.