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Senior Active Directory Engineer - English Required
DaCodes.Argentina2 hours ago
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Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Active Directory Engineer to lead a full transformation from a hybrid Active Directory environment with on-premises and virtual domain controllers to a fully cloud-native identity and device management ecosystem using Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft Intune.

This role requires a deep understanding of identity infrastructure, hands-on execution, strong troubleshooting skills, and experience modernizing enterprise environments with limited legacy documentation.

You will serve as the technical expert responsible for architecting, executing, and supporting a large-scale migration focused on security, compliance, device management, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Assessment & Planning

  • Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the existing hybrid Active Directory environment.
  • Identify dependencies, legacy systems, and applications that rely on on-prem AD.
  • Develop a detailed migration plan including timelines, milestones, and risk mitigation strategies.

Identity Migration (Microsoft Entra ID)

  • Synchronize and validate user identities within Microsoft Entra ID.
  • Transition authentication from hybrid to fully cloud-native.
  • Implement Conditional Access, MFA, and identity governance policies based on security requirements.
  • Decommission Azure AD Connect and all domain controllers after migration completion.

Device Management with Microsoft Intune

  • Enroll Windows, iOS, macOS, and Android devices into Intune.
  • Define and deploy device configuration and compliance policies.
  • Implement Windows Autopilot for zero-touch provisioning of new devices.
  • Migrate Group Policy Objects (GPOs) into Intune equivalents where applicable.

Intune Remote Help Implementation

  • Enable and configure Intune Remote Help within the Microsoft Endpoint Manager admin center.
  • Assign proper RBAC roles and permissions for IT support teams.
  • Integrate Remote Help with Conditional Access and compliance configurations.
  • Provide documentation and best practices for secure and effective use of Remote Help.

Application & Resource Access

  • Reconfigure access to SaaS and internal applications through Entra ID SSO.
  • Ensure seamless access to file shares, printers, and other corporate resources post-migration.
  • Note: All on-premise print servers will be decommissioned.

Testing, Validation & Stabilization

  • Conduct pilot testing with a subset of users and devices.
  • Validate identity, access, device compliance, and Remote Help functionality.
  • Troubleshoot, resolve issues, and optimize configurations.

Documentation & Knowledge Transfer

  • Deliver complete technical documentation for architecture, configuration, and operational processes.
  • Provide training and handover to internal IT teams.
  • Support post-migration stabilization for a defined period

Requirements

Desired Profile

Experience

  • 5-10 years of experience managing Active Directory and hybrid identity environments.
  • Proven experience in migrating from on-prem AD to Azure AD / Microsoft Entra ID.
  • Strong, hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune, Autopilot, and device compliance policies.
  • Experience working with complex enterprise environments and undocumented legacy systems.

Technical Skills

  • Expertise in Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, Azure AD Connect.
  • Advanced understanding of Microsoft Entra ID (SSO, MFA, Conditional Access, identity lifecycle).
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Intune and Windows Autopilot.
  • Familiarity with Zero Trust principles, RBAC, and security best practices.
  • Strong ability to produce clear technical documentation.

Soft Skills

  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
  • Strong cross-functional communication (support, operations, security, application teams).
  • High level of autonomy and ownership.
  • Ability to work in environments with evolving requirements and minimal documentation.

Additional Requirements

  • Intermediate to advanced technical English.
  • Ability to collaborate across distributed teams and time zones.
  • Experience in multi-entity corporate environments (preferred).

Benefits

Benefits

  • 🚀 Integration with global brands and disruptive startups.
  • 🏡 Remote / Home office work model.
  • 📍 If hybrid or on-site presence is required, you will be informed in the first interview.
  • ⏳ Work schedule aligned to the assigned team or project.
  • 📅 Monday-Friday workweek.
  • 🎉 Day off on your birthday.
  • 🏥 Major Medical Expenses insurance (Mexico only).
  • 🛡️ Life insurance (Mexico only).
  • 🌎 Multicultural, international project teams.
  • 🎓 Access to courses and certifications.
  • 📢 IT-focused meetups with external expert guests.
  • 📡 Virtual team-building events and interest groups.
  • 📢 English classes.
  • 🏆 Opportunities across multiple business units.
  • 🏅 Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work

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