Active Directory Services Tech Lead

Job Title: Active Directory Services Tech Lead Location: Parsippany, NJ ( Hybrid) Role Type : Long Term Contract
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Active Directory Services Tech Lead to manage and support enterprise-level AD infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be responsible for end-to-end management of both production and pre-production Active Directory environments in a global setup, ensuring high availability, security, and performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage Active Directory infrastructure across global environments (production & pre-production)
Execute complex technical activities related to AD administration, maintenance, and optimization
Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of AD services
Manage and troubleshoot AD-related incidents, issues, and escalations
Oversee user, group, and policy management (GPOs)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams for infrastructure upgrades and migrations
Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive measures
Maintain documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures
Ensure compliance with security policies and best practices
Required Skills & Experience:
Strong hands-on experience with Active Directory Services
Experience managing enterprise-level AD infrastructure
Expertise in Windows Server environments
Knowledge of Group Policy Objects (GPOs), DNS, DHCP
Experience with incident management and production support
Ability to handle global/multi-region environments
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Nice to Have:
Experience with Azure AD / Entra ID / Hybrid AD environments
Knowledge of ADFS and identity federation
Exposure to automation using PowerShell scripting
Experience with security hardening and compliance frameworks
Soft Skills:
Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management
Ability to lead technical discussions and mentor team members

Salary : $60 - $62