Active Directory Architect (Domain Consolidation)

About the role

The Active Directory Architect will lead a US‑based engagement focused on assessing and improving the client’s Active Directory and Azure/Entra ID environment. The role involves a comprehensive review of forest, site, domain, OU, security group, authentication, and group policy designs, as well as the migration of data governance to Microsoft Purview.

Key responsibilities

• Assess the current state of Active Directory and Azure/Entra ID, including design and deployment architecture.
• Run PowerShell queries and SailPoint reports to gather statistics and ownership information.
• Review AD configurations, processes, and documentation to understand the operating model.
• Identify, prioritize, and recommend remediation for configuration and operational gaps.
• Evaluate and improve AD group, policy, and account management processes.
• Define required resources, skills, and budget for remediation activities.
• Leverage tools such as ADUC, ManageEngine, StealthAUDIT, and other scanning utilities.

Required profile

• Strong experience as an Active Directory Architect with domain consolidation projects.
• Hands‑on knowledge of AD forest, site, domain, OU, security group, authentication, and group policy design.
• Experience assessing Azure/Entra ID deployments and hybrid identity environments.
• Ability to run and interpret PowerShell queries against AD domains.

Required skills

• Active Directory
• Azure Entra ID
• PowerShell
• SailPoint
• ADUC (Active Directory Users and Computers)
• ManageEngine
• StealthAUDIT
• Microsoft Purview