Active Directory Administrator - Remote / Telecommute

Job Description

• The Active Directory Administrator will provide Level 3 (L3) support for Active Directory environments, focusing on migration, consolidation, patch management, and enterprise directory services operations.
• The role requires deep technical expertise in AD architecture, troubleshooting, security translation, and cross-team coordination to meet SLA and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide L3 support for Active Directory migration and operational calls during business hours.
• Ensure SLA and QoS targets are consistently met.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and escalate pending or failed incidents.
• Update knowledge base documentation and maintain detailed technical records.
• Design, plan, and implement Active Directory and Hyper-V environments.
• Lead migration and consolidation projects, including merger and demerger activities.
• Monitor and generate reports for AD performance and health.
• Test and implement Microsoft security patches.
• Support Windows Server migrations (Windows 2000/2003 to 2008).
• Provide documentation for installation, testing, deployment, and troubleshooting processes.

Technical Requirements:

• Strong expertise in Active Directory concepts including OU structure, group memberships, inherited permissions, and security groups.
• Hands-on experience with AD migration tools such as ADMT and Quest.
• Experience in security translation and directory consolidation.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Registry configuration and system-level modifications.
• Expertise in Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows 2003, and Windows 2008 environments.
• Experience with VMware administration.
• Proficiency in backup solutions, patch management, and antivirus tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Experience in reporting tools and documentation practices.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong documentation and MS Office skills (including MS Project and Visio).
• Strong customer handling and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage unforeseen situations effectively.
• Performance-driven with high adaptability.

Education And Experience:

• 7+ years of overall IT experience.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on Active Directory administration experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.

Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading staffing and recruiting powerhouse. Proudly recognized as a nationally and locally certified diversity firm, Cynet delivers agile, scalable talent solutions across industries. With an active footprint in all 50 U.S. states and Canada, we support thousands of consultants through our expansive, high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia—ensuring speed, quality, and consistency in every hire.