Elevate Government Solutions is a high growth Technology Services company focused on driving technological change in the government space. Our teams engage with various government agencies to develop and deploy emerging technology solutions using a tailored Agile methodology. 

We are seeking a highly motivated and intellectually curious Microsoft Infrastructure Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team working with a Federal client. The Microsoft Infrastructure SME will be responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing management of the organization’s Windows-based infrastructure. This encompasses Active Directory, DNS, Organizational Unit (OU) design and management, Active Directory site design, Group Policy, Certificate services, Office 365, PowerShell scripting, cloud services (Azure & AWS), and ADFS.

The position will be a remote role open to US citizens residing in the Washington, DC area of the United States with an ACTIVE SECRET security clearance. 

Responsibilities and Duties

• At least 5 years of experience in Windows infrastructure roles, especially in the areas outlined above.

• Profound understanding of Windows Server OS and associated technologies.

• Strong competency in PowerShell for administrative and automation tasks preferred.

• In-depth knowledge of AD, Certificate Services, Azure/AWS, ADFS, and other core Windows services.

• Familiarity with hybrid cloud configurations, Azure AD integrations, and other cloud-related services.

• Strong troubleshooting skills and capability to work under pressure.

• Superior communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Work in a fast-paced Agile environment with fluid requirements and changing priorities

• Respond to technical issues in a professional and timely manner

• Work closely with customers to implement and/or consult requested solutions.

• Possess considerable logic and understanding to analyze and troubleshoot problems

• Must be able to work independently with little to no daily supervision, is a team player, open to ideas and learning.

• Work in a distributed team environment where team members are spread across numerous locations and often communicate virtually to support clients.

Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications

• Required skills:

• Ability to work with US Federal clients and possess an ACTIVE SECRET clearance

• Active Directory:

• Design, implement, and maintain Active Directory infrastructure.

• Oversee and manage AD replication, user authentication, and trusts.

• Monitor the health of the AD environment ensuring its scalability and reliability.

• Active Directory Site Design:

• Plan, design, and manage AD sites and services.

• Optimize AD replication across various locations.

• Group Policy:

• Establish, manage, and troubleshoot Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to adhere to organizational security and operational standards.

• Resolve GPO inheritance and conflict issues.

• Certificate Services:

• Oversee and administer the internal Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).

• Handle certificate processes including issuance, revocation, and renewal.

• Office 365:

• Administer and manage Office 365 components, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and Teams.

• Ensure a seamless integration and migration towards Office 365 services.

• Remain updated on the latest Office 365 offerings and security measures.

• Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS):

• Implement, manage, and troubleshoot ADFS for secure sharing of authentication across systems.

• Ensure integration of ADFS with various applications and services, both on-premises and cloud-based.

• Monitor and optimize the ADFS environment to maintain security and performance standards.

• DNS:

• Implement and manage the DNS infrastructure, ensuring high availability and accuracy.

• Coordinate with network teams for seamless integration and configuration. 

• Desired skills:

• Relevant certifications like MCSE, MCSA, Azure Administrator Associate or AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or related credentials.

• Organizational Unit (OU) Design and Management:

• Design OUs to optimize delegation of control and group policy application.

• Maintain and adjust the OU structure, ensuring proper permissions and security.

• PowerShell:

• Utilize PowerShell for administration, automation, and complex scripting tasks to streamline operations.

• Cloud Services (Azure & AWS):

• Design, deploy, and manage resources within Azure and AWS environments.

• Collaborate with teams to ensure optimized cloud infrastructure and integration.

• Stay abreast of cloud best practices, cost-optimization strategies, and security standards.

• Keen attention to detail

• Ability to function autonomously and in a collaborative environment

• Lifelong learner, committed to staying updated on technology trends and best practices

• High standards of ethics, with an innate ability to handle sensitive data confidentially

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills

• Ability to take the initiative to complete tasks with minimal supervision

• Skilled in verbal, written and oral communication

• Strong team player with a great attitude

• Flexibility and willingness to go beyond the call of duty. Highly self-motivated and directed.  (a go getter)

• Ability to take ownership and drive issues to closure

Education Requirement:

• 4 year Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Eng or related (highly preferred)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits or Health and Welfare payments

• Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Health Care Flexible Spending Account

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

• Unlimited Vacation 

• Sick Leave

• 11 Federal Holidays

• Retirement 401(k) Plan with employer matching 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Remote/Hybrid work (must be located in the DC region)

• Company sponsored training and certifications

• Mentoring/Coaching