At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead Active Directory operations and design innovative solutions for a global environment.
- Company: Join TD, a top global financial institution with a focus on human connections.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health benefits, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic workplace with a commitment to diversity and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in tech while working with cutting-edge systems and a supportive team.
- Qualifications: 4+ years of experience in Active Directory and relevant certifications required.
The predicted salary is between 81600 - 115200 $ per year.
Work Location: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Hours: 37.5
Line of Business: Technology Solutions
Pay Details: $81,600 - $115,200 CAD
TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD.
The Sr. Active Directory Administrator would need to have at least 4+ years of directly related experience supporting Active Directory operations and engineering. The Senior Active Directory Administrator is a subject matter expert that has global responsibility for the design and configuration of the Active Directory and Windows Server environment.
Proven expertise in designing and architecting domain consolidation projects. Design and architect a global Active Directory Infrastructure, including, design and implementation of Group Policy, domain consolidation for large scale organizations. Utilize logical problem solving to find creative solutions to problems in the environment on a broad scale. Plan and execute Active Directory Domain level upgrades. Plan and design Group Policy Objects as requested to ensure compliance of company policies for servers and user end-point devices. Assist in management and support of internal and external DNS systems. Assist in management and support of internal DHCP architecture and scoping. Work with stakeholders and other technical teams to collect business and technical requirements and design/deliver enterprise level solutions. Maintain standards for installation of infrastructure software/hardware installations. Serve as a technical expert for Tier 1/2/3 support groups. Oversee the architecture and design of the global backup and recovery of Active Directory. Collaborate and communicate with architects within internal departments and vendor partners. Own and lead discussions in business and technical information technology solution implementations, upgrades, enhancement and conversions. Recommend solutions as appropriate. Support IT goals and objectives including measures and projects. Provide problem solving leadership based on experience with the technology. Act as a member of the Windows Active Directory Domain Administrator Support Team in providing timely and efficient support to assigned operations; coordinate day-to-day operations, apply security patches/fixes and anti-virus updates as released by software manufacturers and anti-virus vendors, create and implement domain level security policies such as authentication mechanisms, password policies and rules, IPSEC policies etc. Review domain level rights and privileges and perform changes to the same as appropriate. Collaborate in assessing current and expected Windows infrastructure needs, configuration, maintenance, optimization and documentation of Windows infrastructure. Follow and apply configuration and security standards and policies within a defined Change Management process. Assist with implementing solutions for hardware and software. Implement common preventive maintenance practices for hardware and software. Ensure that system improvements and changes are implemented correctly and completely, and monitor all effects of the modifications. Establish/recommend policies on system use and services. Perform common administrative tasks. Support of a distributed MS Windows-based network. Must possess proven experience working with a large enterprise distributed computing environment.
These experiences should include:
- Directory Services Infrastructure architect/design/support
- Strong understanding of architecting and configuring Microsoft Windows OS technology including AD Forests, Domains, Trusts, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy and Organizational Units.
- Account Creation - Application Services
- Group Membership Issues - Application Services
- Access to Resources (file systems, servers, etc.) - Application Services
- Password Questions/Issues - Application Services
- File System Security - Application Services
- Departmental Migration to Active Directory - Application Services
- Group Policy Creation/Troubleshooting - Application Services
- Data Migration to existing File Systems/File Servers - Application Services
- Domain/Tree Replication
- Directory Services Issues
- Domain Trusts
- Domain Controller Hardware and OS Support
- Requests for Servers (Application/File/Database)
- Requests for Additional Space for Existing File Systems
- Data Migration/User Creation for Departments on New File Systems
- DNS Resolution
Job Requirements:
- Expert Knowledge of Active Directory architecture and management
- Expert knowledge of DNS and DHCP
- Expert knowledge in creating, administering, and troubleshooting Group Policies (GPOs)
- Expert knowledge of PKI, and Microsoft Certificate Services
- Expert knowledge of Distributed File System
- Expert knowledge of Microsoft KMS solution
- Ability to create custom scripts using PowerShell
- Be Leader for Junior and Senior Team members
Education and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience.
- 6+ years of directly related experience supporting Active Directory operations and engineering with increasing responsibility.
- Certifications: MCSE: Server Infrastructure, MCSA: Windows Server 2012, AZUE
We are looking for a Senior Active Directory candidate who has an MCSE certification.
Relocation: No, this position will not cover relocation expenses
Travel: N/A
Sr. IT Ops Analyst in Mississauga employer: TD
TD Securities is an exceptional employer located in Toronto, Ontario, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritizes innovation and professional growth. With a strong commitment to employee development, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package, TD fosters a culture of collaboration and inclusivity, empowering colleagues to thrive both personally and professionally. Join a forward-thinking team where your contributions are valued, and you can make a meaningful impact in the capital markets sector.
