Active Directory Solution Manager

As an Active Directory Solution Manager (m/f/diverse) you are a member of a motivated, collaborative, and skilled team of Directory Services Specialists in a global environment that supports Continental Tires in maintaining and operating the Active Directory multi-domain forest. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of AD technologies and best practices and will be actively involved in delivery, high-level design, creating and reviewing prototypes for a secure, efficient, stable, and scalable AD environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead implementations of Directory Services designs and architecture concepts, including domain structure, site topology, forest design, prioritizing security and least privileged access
• Drive analysis, evaluation, design, and implementation of new technologies related to Active Directory in Continental.
• High level of collaboration with the CyberSecurity Department on a regular basis to define and implement relevant security concepts and ensure compliance with Continental corporate standards
• Consulting for Active Directory, Azure AD, and Federation Services for internal customers in Continental.
• Perform regular audits and health checks of the AD environment to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Provide technical leadership for the integration of AD systems with various applications and services.
• Support with troubleshooting of AD-related issues in cooperation with other specialists, partners, vendors, and other IT teams.
• Develop and maintain documentation for AD processes, procedures, and associated systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology or an equivalent qualification.
• Multiple years in AD service administration in a multi-domain forest, enterprise environment with a focus on architecture and design.
• Thorough knowledge of AD protocols and standards, Directory Services designs and solutions.
• Ability to review designs thoroughly and make sure they meet the needs of the solution being built
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other teams.
• General Knowledge of Project management and communication skills.
• First experience with managing and working with MS Entra ID and Red Forest
• Proficiency in scripting languages, such as PowerShell, for AD management.
• General knowledge in Windows Server 2012R2, 2016, 2019 and 2022.
• Relevant certifications such as MCSE, MCSA, or CISSP are beneficial.
• Professional working proficiency in English