Active Directory Systems Engineer

Job Description

Description

This position is in support of the Department of State (DoS) as a part of the Vanguard 2.2.1 contract. 

The candidate will be responsible to support the on-premise and cloud based authentication applications and other services securing the DoS IT infrastructure.  Experience with Azure Connect Health and configuring Conditional Access Policies to meet the system owner’s business requirements are preferred.

This role requires an in-depth knowledge of the Active Directory, DNS, SCOM\SCCM, group policy and a proficiency in PowerShell scripting. The candidate must have demonstrated prior and active experience in managing Active Directory including diagnosing complex replication, group policy, and multi domain issues. The candidate will support the continuing goal of incorporating these innovative technologies into the Department’s equipment modernization program.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter, someone who can work independently, and will be flexible in a fast-paced environment.

The position may allow temporary hybrid remote work due to Covid-19.  Position may be called back onsite at any time at the customer's request.

Description of Duties

• Active Directory liaison with the other project teams.
• Participate with other engineering groups to implement and support a new directory related services.
• Lead and Participate in Technical meetings.
• Ensure Line and services manager are made aware of potential system problems or customer issues to avoid surprising management personnel.
• Create AD test plans, technical specifications, work instructions, and white papers as required.
• Communicate regularly to Government leads regarding project activities and status.
• Onboard the application in Azure AD.
• Help application owners to create service principal name (SPN) if it is not already configured.
• Create Kerberos Constrain Delegation (KCD) for single sign-on (SSO).
• Monitor and troubleshoot Active Directory Domain controllers across the Department.
• Configure, manage, add, delete, change user/groups/computers in Azure AD and AD.
• Create DNS records.
• Perform rebuilds and new builds of Windows servers and service.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ year’s recent system engineering experience. Additional training and experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

• Proficiency authoring PowerShell scripts for task automation.

• A Strong understanding of DNS Management.

• Strong understanding and practical experience with AD Group Policies.

• Foundational to advance proficiency with SCOM and SCCM.

Required Clearance

• US Citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.
• Must have at least an active interim secret clearance to be considered for the role.

Desired Experience/Skills/Attributes

• Microsoft MSCE certification.
• Familiarity with DoS processes.
• Microsoft and/or networking certifications.
• ITIL v4 Foundation concepts within the workplace.
• Excellent interpersonal and team skills.
• Strong writing skills.

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, which is core to our values and important to attract and retain exceptional talent. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.9 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.