Windows Server Active Directory Hybrid Cloud Architect
Windows Server Active Directory Hybrid Cloud Architect
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$ 114700 - 194900
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Job Description
About Northern Trust:
Northern Trust a Fortune 500 company is a globally recognized awardwinning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889.
Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the worlds most successful individuals families and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service expertise and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22000 partners we serve the worlds most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced handson Windows Server & Active Directory Hybrid Cloud Architect to design implement and maintain our enterprisewide infrastructure spanning onpremises and cloud environments. This role is critical in ensuring the security scalability and reliability of our financial institutions IT infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Architecture & Design
Lead the architectural design and implementation of Windows Server infrastructure and Active Directory services across hybrid cloud environments
Develop and maintain the technical roadmap for Windows Server infrastructure considering business requirements security compliance and industry best practices
Design highly available and disaster recovery solutions for critical infrastructure components
Create and maintain infrastructureascode templates for automated deployments using tools like Azure ARM templates PowerShell and Terraform
Active Directory & Identity Management
Architect and oversee the implementation of complex Active Directory infrastructure including multiforest/multidomain environments
Design and implement Azure AD Connect synchronization topologies and federation services
Manage the integration between onpremises Active Directory and Azure Active Directory
Develop and maintain Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and security baseline configurations
Implement Privileged Access Management (PAM) and JustInTime (JIT) access solutions
Security & Compliance
Ensure infrastructure compliance with financial industry regulations (SOX PCIDSS GLBA)
Design and implement zerotrust security architecture
Maintain security controls for privileged access and identity management
Conduct regular security assessments and implement remediation measures
Design and implement PKI infrastructure and certificate management solutions
Cloud Integration
Lead Azure infrastructure design and implementation initiatives
Develop hybrid connectivity solutions using Azure ExpressRoute and SitetoSite VPN
Design and implement hybrid backup and disaster recovery solutions
Optimize cloud resource utilization and cost management
Implement cloud security controls and monitoring solutions
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Mentor junior team members on infrastructure best practices and emerging technologies
Collaborate with application teams to ensure infrastructure meets application requirements
Work with security teams to implement and maintain security controls
Provide technical leadership in incident response and problem resolution
Partner with vendor teams for solution implementation and support
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field
10 years of experience in Windows Server infrastructure design and implementation
7 years of experience with Active Directory design and administration
5 years of experience with Azure cloud services and hybrid infrastructure
Expert knowledge of PowerShell scripting and automation
Strong understanding of PKI DNS DHCP and other core infrastructure services
Experience with infrastructureascode and configuration management tools
Deep knowledge of security best practices and compliance requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree in relevant field
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert
Experience in financial services industry
Knowledge of container technologies and microservices architecture
Experience with DevOps practices and tools
CISSP or equivalent security certification
Technical Skills
Windows Server 2016/2019/2022
Active Directory Domain Services
Azure Active Directory
Group Policy Management
PowerShell Scripting
Azure Infrastructure Services
Infrastructure as Code (Terraform ARM templates)
PKI and Certificate Services
Azure ExpressRoute and SitetoSite VPN
Microsoft System Center Suite
Azure Security Center/Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
Backup and Disaster Recovery Solutions
Working Conditions
Fulltime position at least 3 days in the office
May require afterhours work for maintenance and upgrades
Oncall rotation for critical infrastructure support
Salary Range:
$USDSalary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits 401k and pension) health and welfare benefits (medical dental vision spending accounts and disability) paid time off parental and caregiver leave life & accident insurance and other voluntary and wellbeing benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.
Working with Us:
As a Northern Trust partner greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas.
Movement within the organization is encouraged senior leaders are accessible and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve!Join a workplace with a greater purpose.
Wed love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the worlds most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us andapply today.#MadeForGreater
Reasonable accommodation
Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please email our HR Service Center at .
We hope youre excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people.
Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
