Overview
Security Engineer – Hybrid (Chicago, IL)
Rate: $80
Employment Type: Contract
Position Overview
We are seeking an Active Directory Engineer with enterprise-level expertise to analyze, design, support, and improve our hybrid on-premises and cloud-hosted directory services environment. This individual will identify opportunities for automation, develop and maintain high-performing directory systems, and deliver technology solutions aligned with business needs. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical knowledge of Active Directory services, cloud integration, identity protocols, and directory architecture.
Key Responsibilities
Identify and implement automation opportunities for tasks, processes, or end-to-end solutions
Analyze, design, and support complex Active Directory environments across hybrid infrastructure
Manage enterprise identity directories including:
Active Directory (AD)
Microsoft Azure AD
AWS Managed AD
ADFS
Azure AD Connect
Translate business requirements into effective and scalable technology solutions
Lead or support high-severity incident troubleshooting and resolution efforts
Develop architecture, standards, design, and implementation documentation
Perform ongoing assessments of the directory services environment to identify improvements
Participate in disaster recovery planning, capacity planning, and performance monitoring
Maintain high availability and performance standards for directory infrastructure
Collaborate with project management to deliver timely implementations
Required Skills & Qualifications
Expert-level knowledge of the following:
Active Directory Sites and Services
Forest and Domain Trusts
Federation technologies
DNS, DHCP, and WINS
Kerberos, NTLM, TCP, UDP, SAML, OAuth, LDAP, SCIM
Windows Server operating systems
Experience with performance tuning and high-availability infrastructure design
Ability to create and maintain technical documentation, standards, and diagrams
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in enterprise environments
Preferred Skills & Certifications
Experience with Semperis ADFR and Directory Services Protector (DSP)
Familiarity with IPv6 and secure LDAP
Certification(s) in Microsoft, Azure, or relevant directory services technologies a plus
Work Schedule & Location
Location: Chicago, IL
Schedule: [Insert standard hours, e.g., Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM CST]
Contract Details
Contract Length: 6+ months
Bill Rate: $80+