Architect - Active Directory; AD Solutions

Architect – Active Directory (AD) Solutions

DGR Systems is a growing premier technology consulting company looking for an Architect with expertise in Active Directory solutions.

This individual will provide technical expertise and strategic experience in designing and managing complex AD environments while also understanding business needs and security requirements for our customers.

The ideal candidate must be an excellent communicator with an ability to simplify complex topics into clear messages, be consultative in focus, and have a growth mindset to bring the best solutions to our clients.

• Be a subject matter expert in deployment approach and the functional, technical, and operational aspects surrounding Active Directory projects, supporting the broader team, and providing thought leadership around technologies such as AD Architectures, Group Policy Management, AD FS, AD CS, AD Security, Sites and Services, Entra n, and Identity Governance.
• Assist Practice leadership in evaluating emerging technologies, products, and industry trends for use in setting business strategy.
• Support pre‑sales engineering by evaluating and recommending technologies, tools, and platforms for all project sizes and complexities, and communicating recommendations to stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive architecture plans for any project size and complexity, addressing system integrations, data flows, and infrastructure needs with a focus on scalability, security, and performance.
• Create detailed architecture and design documents that align with business objectives and technical constraints across all project sizes and complexity.
• Oversee the implementation of solutions, ensuring development teams adhere to architectural plans and addressing any issues during the implementation phase.
• Maintain detailed documentation for all projects, including architectural designs, decisions, and changes, with clear diagrams, specifications, and guidelines.
• Identify and mitigate risks in the architecture and design phases for projects of any size, developing strategies to address potential challenges.
• Effectively communicate in both written and verbal form technical concepts and solutions to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders, facilitating discussions and providing guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure solutions meet quality standards and perform as expected; conduct reviews, provide feedback, and suggest improvements to maintain adherence to architectural guidelines and enhance practices.
• Ensure all solutions comply with relevant regulations, standards, and organizational policies, addressing compliance issues as they arise.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, project managers, and delivery leaders to align architecture with project goals and ensure integration with existing systems.
• Engage in the training, development, coaching, and selection of less experienced team members, providing leadership and guidance.
• Perform other duties as required.

• 8 years of experience in the IT industry with at least 2 years focused on Active Directory (AD) solutions.
• Experience designing scalable AD environments, migrating to modern AD environments, and consolidating or restructuring AD environments for better alignment.
• Experience with security protocols, AD security auditing, and zero‑trust models.
• Experience with scripting and automation in Power Shell and other automation tools.
• Experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, role‑based access control, and multi‑factor authentication.
• Experience with backup solutions and disaster recovery.
• Experience with troubleshooting and optimization.
• Experience with enterprise‑level deployments.
• Professional certifications preferred (e.g., Microsoft Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator Associate, ITIL, CISSP).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex technical projects.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities…