Active Directory Infrastructure Architect

We are looking for a highly experienced and hands-on Active Directory Infrastructure Architect to drive the transformation of our identity and infrastructure services. The successful candidate will architect and implement enterprise-grade solutions, ensuring security, compliance, and efficient operations. This role is critical in defining the target-state architecture and leading the migration process, while also providing technical leadership and support.At Zensar, we're "experience-led everything". We are committed to conceptualizing, designing, engineering, marketing, and managing digital solutions and experiences for over 130 leading enterprises. We are a company driven by a bold purpose: Together, we shape experiences for better futures. Whether for our clients, our people, or the world around us, this belief powers everything we do. At the heart of our culture is ONE with Client - a set of four core values that reflect who we are and how we work: One Zensar, Nurturing, Empowering, and Client Focus.

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• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10-15 years of experience in Microsoft Infrastructure and Identity Management, with a minimum of 7+ years in enterprise Active Directory design and architecture.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale AD, DNS, and DHCP migration projects.
• Strong PowerShell scripting and automation skills.
• Expertise in Microsoft Entra ID, Azure AD Connect, Hybrid Identity Solutions, SSO, and MFA.
• Experience in Active Directory Migration, Forest/Domain Consolidation, and Domain Controller Upgrade/Migration.
• Knowledge of Active Directory Security Hardening, Privileged Access Management, and Identity Governance.
• Familiarity with ITIL Foundation practices is preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead a team effectively.

• Design and architect enterprise Active Directory solutions, including target-state architecture for AD, DNS, and DHCP environments.
• Lead end-to-end migration projects for Active Directory Forests, Domains, Domain Controllers, DNS, and DHCP services.
• Implement Microsoft security best practices and strengthen identity security through privileged access management.
• Conduct AD health assessments, security audits, and ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Provide Level 3 support and troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, optimizing performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and present architectural recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
• Lead technical workshops, knowledge transfer sessions, and maintain architecture diagrams and design documents.
• Implement monitoring, alerting, backup, and disaster recovery processes for directory services.
• Stay updated with industry trends and technologies, and drive innovation within the Active Directory infrastructure.
• Ensure a smooth and efficient migration process with minimal business disruption during cutover activities.