Active Directory Specialist (on-site Aldermaston)

DXC

Aldermaston, United Kingdom
Onsite (5 days per week, occasional wfh possible)
5+ years hybrid ad experience
Active directory domain services management
Azure entra id security controls
DXC is seeking an Active Directory Specialist for an on-site position in Aldermaston, UK. The role involves supporting hybrid identity services across on-premises Active Directory and Azure Active Directory, requiring deep technical expertise and strong communication skills

Job Summary

  • This role is pivotal in maintaining a complex hybrid identity environment spanning on-premise Active Directory and Azure Entra ID within a high-security public-sector setting.
  • The specialist will deliver expert 2nd/3rd line technical support while contributing to long-term service transformation, infrastructure modernization, and operational automation initiatives.
  • Candidates must possess DV clearance or be willing to undergo vetting to work onsite at the Aldermaston client site five days per week.

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DXC is seeking an Active Directory Specialist for an on-site position in Aldermaston, UK. The role involves supporting hybrid identity services across on-premises Active Directory and Azure Active Directory, requiring deep technical expertise and strong communication skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years hybrid AD experience
  • Active Directory Domain Services management
  • Azure Entra ID security controls
  • Group Policy and AGPM lifecycle
  • ADFS and LDAP troubleshooting
  • Windows Server 2016-2025 administration
  • PowerShell scripting for automation

Nice-to-have

  • Azure DevOps and IaC exposure
  • Kubernetes and container knowledge
  • Azure Virtual Desktop support
  • Microsoft Tiered Administration Model
  • ServiceNow incident management
  • Strong customer-facing communication
  • Agile and ITIL continuous improvement

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years supporting hybrid AD environments
  • DV Security Clearance required
  • On-site presence in Aldermaston 5 days/week
  • Deep knowledge of Group Policy and ADFS
  • Proficiency with Windows Server 2016 through 2025

Work Rights

Must have DV clearance or willingness to undergo vetting

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