Active Directory Senior Engineer (Hybrid - 3 Days In Office)

At Freddie Mac, you will do important work to build a better housing finance system and you'll be part of a team helping to make homeownership and rental housing more accessible and affordable across the nation.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Active Directory Subject Matter Expert (SME) with a strong background in automation to join our team. As an Active Directory SME with Automation, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our Active Directory infrastructure while leveraging automation tools and techniques to streamline processes and increase efficiency. The candidate should have extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in Active Directory, Azure AD, Azure AD Domain Services, ADFS/MS-SSO, Azure AD Connect, Windows Server 2012 to 2022, and Windows Security. The ideal candidate should have 7-9 years of AD experience in large environments to lead upgrade projects and proactively ensure best practices and high security measures are crafted and completed on-premises and in the cloud. In addition to troubleshooting complex technical issues and providing support for our operations team, this candidate will bring a product-led service ownership mentality to own and solve issues\gaps in our environment and develop comprehensive solutions for our platform.

Join our team and take on a key role in shaping the future of our Active Directory infrastructure through automation and innovation.

Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and manage Active Directory services, including domains, forests, trusts, group policies, and replication.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all Active Directory-related issues, providing troubleshooting and resolution for complex problems.

• Develop and implement automation solutions using scripting languages such as PowerShell to automate repetitive tasks, provisioning, and configuration management.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Active Directory services with other systems and applications, ensuring seamless authentication and access control.

• Evaluate and recommend improvements to the existing Active Directory infrastructure, keeping abreast of industry standard processes and emerging technologies.

• Lead projects related to Active Directory migration, consolidation, and upgrade initiatives, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.

• Create and maintain documentation, including standard operating procedures, architecture diagrams, and configuration guides.

• Stay current with security trends and vulnerabilities related to Active Directory, implementing measures to enhance security posture and mitigate risks.

• Provide mentorship and knowledge transfer to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or work-related experience. (Master's degree preferred)

• 7+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing Active Directory environments in enterprise-level organizations.

• Proficiency in automation tools and scripting languages, particularly PowerShell\Python, for automating Active Directory tasks and processes. Ansible a plus.

• Strong understanding of identity and access management principles, including LDAP, Kerberos, SAML, and multi-factor authentication.

• Experience with directory services integration, including LDAP, Azure AD, and third-party identity providers.

• Solid grasp of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN technologies.

• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, or equivalent certifications are a plus.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

At Freddie Mac, our inclusive and diverse culture is what powers our work. Collectively, what we share is a passion for more-for making a difference by making home possible for families across the nation. Come as you are and do what you love.

Apply now and learn why there's #MoreAtFreddieMac!

Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site.

Today, Freddie Mac makes home possible for one in four home borrowers and is one of the largest sources of financing for multifamily housing. Join our smart, creative and dedicated team and you'll do important work for the housing finance system and make a difference in the lives of others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with differing abilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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Time-type:Full time

FLSA Status:Exempt

Freddie Mac offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and market-leading benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

This position has an annualized market-based salary range of $117,000 - $175,000 and is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.