Job Description

Description:
CTG is seeking to fill a Directory Services Specialist position for our client.
Location: Remote
Duration: 2 months
Duties:
Serve as the subject matter expert for Domain Services infrastructure, ensuring optimal functionality and security.
Manage and maintain directory services, including LDAP, WINS, FSMO roles, and GPO management.
Audit and manage user privileges and access permissions across enterprise environments.
Develop and execute Disaster Recovery strategies, ensuring reliable backup and recovery processes for directory services.
Collaborate with IT teams to integrate directory services with other applications and systems.
Plan, test, and execute upgrades, patches, and hardening efforts to maintain a secure and stable directory environment.
Work closely with the SOC team to identify and remediate vulnerabilities and potential threat vectors.
Support and maintain hybrid environments, ensuring synchronization between on-premises and cloud-based directory services.
Leverage PowerShell scripting for automation of administrative and operational tasks.
Skills:
Entra Hardening (Required)
Expert knowledge of Entra Conditional Access Policies
Expert knowledge of Entra Orphan Account Cleanup
Expert knowledge of Entra Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
In-depth knowledge of LDAP, WINS, FSMO Roles, and Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
Strong understanding of hybrid identity and cloud-based directory synchronization
Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for directory management and automation
Experience:
Proven experience in managing complex on-premises and cloud-based directory services environments.
Demonstrated expertise in directory hardening, security management, and access policy enforcement.
Hands-on experience integrating directory services with enterprise systems and applications.
Experience supporting both cloud-only and hybrid environments using Entra (Azure AD).
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered.
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.
CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role.
To Apply:
To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!
The expected base salary for this position ranges from $75.00 to $86.00/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered. About Us:
CTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit .
Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people, reflected by our recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified(TM) company across many of our global operations.
CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.

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