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Active Directory Engineer with Powershell
Hybrid 3 Days in 2 Days Remote (Plano, TX)
12-18 Month Contract
Job Description
Will be responsible for analyzing Active Directory hundreds of group policies and making decisions on how to eliminate or streamline these policies trough automation via PowerShell scripting. The individual should have experience with enterprise level Active Directory solutions, specifically pertaining to security. The individual will work within the engineering organization have the ability to write PowerShell scripts from scratch , interacting with peer teams and partner groups, scaling and deploying improvement, consolidation and migration efforts within the enterprise. The candidate must be able to operate and function well in a multi-cultural, geographically dispersed virtual team environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Required Skills:
At least 5-10 years of dedicated Active Directory engineering and architecture experience that includes designing, implementing and maintaining
complex enterprise level (50K objects) Active Directory solutions and security models
3-5 years of Powershell Scripting with the ability to write scripts from scratch
Overarching broad and deep technical experience with Active Directory Security
Extensive experience and advanced knowledge implementing Windows security
concepts and policies, least-privilege design principles
Extensive knowledge of AD Security best-practices, latest security threats/trends and mitigation thereof
Experience with best practices for Active Directory disaster recovery, object management, security models and trust creation
Granular ACE permissions models meeting functional and technical requirements
Deep, in-depth working knowledge of Kerberos and NTLM authentication, MFA, SSO and federation technologies
Extensive and deep knowledge of Group Policy Objects (GPOs), engineering, implementing and 3rd party management solutions thereof
Strong knowledge of LDAP and ability to comfortably construct queries
Working knowledge of Certificate/CA/PKI infrastructure
Excellent communication skills, including proven experience effectively communicating technical challenges and solutions to peers, customers and management
Desired Skills:
Experience with Microsoft's Enhanced Security Architecture Environment (ESAE) - "Red/Bastion/Admin" forest design; including JIT (just in time) JEA (just
enough administration) concepts; Microsoft PAM (Privileged Access Manager)
Experience engineering password vaulting solutions (CyberArk, Lieberman, Thycotic, etc.)
PowerShell Scripting Experience And Capabilities
MS SQL/DB knowledge
Microsoft or 3rd party management and monitoring solutions (SCCM, SCOM, VCM, NetIQ GPDH/GPA)
Unix/Linux skills; Vintela VAS integration; RedHat IdM
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Chandler, AZ.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $64.00 - $75.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Chandler,AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Hybrid 3 Days in 2 Days Remote (Plano, TX)
12-18 Month Contract
Job Description
Will be responsible for analyzing Active Directory hundreds of group policies and making decisions on how to eliminate or streamline these policies trough automation via PowerShell scripting. The individual should have experience with enterprise level Active Directory solutions, specifically pertaining to security. The individual will work within the engineering organization have the ability to write PowerShell scripts from scratch , interacting with peer teams and partner groups, scaling and deploying improvement, consolidation and migration efforts within the enterprise. The candidate must be able to operate and function well in a multi-cultural, geographically dispersed virtual team environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Required Skills:
At least 5-10 years of dedicated Active Directory engineering and architecture experience that includes designing, implementing and maintaining
complex enterprise level (50K objects) Active Directory solutions and security models
3-5 years of Powershell Scripting with the ability to write scripts from scratch
Overarching broad and deep technical experience with Active Directory Security
Extensive experience and advanced knowledge implementing Windows security
concepts and policies, least-privilege design principles
Extensive knowledge of AD Security best-practices, latest security threats/trends and mitigation thereof
Experience with best practices for Active Directory disaster recovery, object management, security models and trust creation
Granular ACE permissions models meeting functional and technical requirements
Deep, in-depth working knowledge of Kerberos and NTLM authentication, MFA, SSO and federation technologies
Extensive and deep knowledge of Group Policy Objects (GPOs), engineering, implementing and 3rd party management solutions thereof
Strong knowledge of LDAP and ability to comfortably construct queries
Working knowledge of Certificate/CA/PKI infrastructure
Excellent communication skills, including proven experience effectively communicating technical challenges and solutions to peers, customers and management
Desired Skills:
Experience with Microsoft's Enhanced Security Architecture Environment (ESAE) - "Red/Bastion/Admin" forest design; including JIT (just in time) JEA (just
enough administration) concepts; Microsoft PAM (Privileged Access Manager)
Experience engineering password vaulting solutions (CyberArk, Lieberman, Thycotic, etc.)
PowerShell Scripting Experience And Capabilities
MS SQL/DB knowledge
Microsoft or 3rd party management and monitoring solutions (SCCM, SCOM, VCM, NetIQ GPDH/GPA)
Unix/Linux skills; Vintela VAS integration; RedHat IdM
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Chandler, AZ.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $64.00 - $75.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Chandler,AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Salary : $64 - $75