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We are looking for an experienced IT Security Specialist to lead Active Directory security remediation initiatives within a large-scale enterprise environment. This role requires a proactive approach to identifying vulnerabilities, implementing security enhancements, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities:

• Perform in-depth reviews of Active Directory configurations to identify security vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.

• Implement security measures, including updates to group policies, privileged account restrictions, and local administration practices across workstations, servers, and virtual desktop environments.

• Generate and analyze security reports to monitor remediation progress and validate effectiveness.

• Maintain detailed documentation of remediation tasks and provide regular updates to IT leadership and key stakeholders.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align security initiatives with organizational goals and compliance standards.

• Advise on best practices for Active Directory security, including password policies, auditing, and incident response strategies.

• Facilitate meetings with technical teams and leadership to communicate risks, propose solutions, and ensure accountability for remediation efforts.

• Stay informed on emerging security threats and recommend proactive measures to mitigate risks.

• Support the enterprise in adhering to data privacy, cyber governance, and database security protocols.

Requirements • Extensive experience in Active Directory security hardening within enterprise environments.

• Advanced knowledge of group policy management and local administration practices on Windows systems.

• Proven expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, including data privacy and database security.

• Strong analytical skills for interpreting security reports and identifying actionable solutions.

• Excellent organizational abilities for tracking tasks and maintaining detailed documentation.

• Effective communication skills to engage with IT directors, technical teams, and application stakeholders.

• Familiarity with industry standards related to identity management and directory services.

• Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional teams and contribute to cyber governance initiatives. Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.®

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