Active Directory/ Hyper V Specialist

Job Title: Active Directory/Hyper-V Specialist
Location: Charlotte, NC
Duration: 1-Year Contract (Onsite)
Company: Consulting Firm (Banking Client)

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Active Directory/Hyper-V Specialist to join our consulting team, supporting a major banking client in Charlotte, NC. This is a full-time onsite role with a 1-year contract commitment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing and maintaining Active Directory environments, along with expertise in Microsoft Hyper-V for virtualization solutions.

As a key contributor, you will work closely with the IT infrastructure team to ensure the stability, security, and efficiency of the banking client’s Active Directory and Hyper-V systems. This role requires hands-on experience in a large-scale enterprise environment, and familiarity with industry best practices for virtualization and directory services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, configure, and support Active Directory environments, including Group Policy, DNS, and domain controllers.
• Oversee and maintain the Hyper-V virtualization infrastructure, ensuring high availability, disaster recovery, and performance optimization.
• Perform routine backups, monitoring, and maintenance of AD and Hyper-V systems.
• Provide troubleshooting and resolve technical issues related to Active Directory, Hyper-V, and related services.
• Implement security best practices within AD, including user management, permissions, and access controls.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate and support virtualization technologies.
• Assist with system upgrades, patch management, and server migrations as needed.
• Maintain detailed technical documentation and reports.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements, particularly within the banking sector.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Active Directory administration and support.
• 3+ years of experience with Hyper-V virtualization technology.
• Strong understanding of Windows Server environments (Windows Server 2016/2019/2022).
• Experience with DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and related AD services.
• Proficiency in PowerShell for automation and scripting.
• Knowledge of backup and disaster recovery procedures for AD and Hyper-V.
• Experience in large-scale, enterprise environments (preferably within banking/finance).
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with other virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Azure).
• Familiarity with IT security best practices and regulatory compliance in the banking industry.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate or MCSA (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate).

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You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans/Disability/Women. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.