Directory Enablement Senior Engineer

As part of dynamic and highly knowledgeable teams, the Directory Enablement Engineer drives the best practices in basic to complex engineering activities aligned to directory services technologies and supports the remediation and implementation directives for the technology as may be identified by or assigned to the Identity & Access Management Services (IAMS) group within Information Security. The role designs and develops said architectural elements or modifications including but not limited to integrated processes, applications, data and technology remediation. The role supports the need for engineered solutions from Information Technology (IT) enterprise architecture directives, as determined by operational requirements from such global operations partners as Identity & Access Management Services (IAMS) within Information Security. The role’s efforts maintain directory technologies (e.g. Active Directory, Entra ID) and other security aligned functions and performs all work in adherence to EY’s compliance standards for technology development and deployment. As part of supporting a continuous process improvement remit, the role is expected to utilize a variety of modern IT systems management technologies for large, complex environments including Configuration Manager, Operations Manager, Powerbroker, Active Roles Server, Sentinel reporting and scripting technologies such as PowerShell.

Your key responsibilities

The role requires an understanding of a hybrid Identity infrastructure utilizing Microsoft Active Directory Domain Services and Microsoft Entra ID.

The role may also require the periodic allocation of additional time on the job to support multiple demands and escalating issues and could be asked to travel to support planned project activities and collaboration.

Skills and attributes for success

• Ability to write detailed documentation required for solution delivery for instructional content for implementing engineers, as well as operational content and diagrams for support engineers.
• Maintains solid interpersonal skills to engage with others including senior executives of the firm, in cross business discussions within a matrixed, geographically dispersed organization and to build a solid network of peers and others of influence. Adapts personal communication style to the style of others, develops rapport, stay calm under pressure and escalating issues using advanced oral and written English communication skills.
• Projects well-defined consultative skill to conduct effective questioning, hone in on key directives to formulate ideas and materials as well as present those ideas clearly and concisely to all levels of the organization including senior and/or executive management.
• Maintains an advanced comprehensive knowledge of services and applications with the future and forward vision of the IAM processes and operating environment to recognize and position improvement opportunities and next generation solutions achievable through engineering or other technical solutions.
• Manifests a strong analytical and problem-solving ability to escalate and negotiate complex and conflicting IAM or Information Security aligned engineering issues, handle multiple and shifting IAM engineering priorities across a broad spectrum of operating environments and drive solutions that are both financially sound and operationally feasible.
• Develops an in depth and continuous understanding of EY’s business and the way IAMS Engineering teams adds to the effectiveness of the EY business. Positions appropriate services and solutions as part of both knowledge sharing and Directory Enablement services positioning.
• Manage engineering projects by operating within best practices or delegate work as needed utilizing the proper resource, time and project management disciplines across a diverse culture and multiple time zones.
• Maintains a continuous review of aligned applications and software, servers and networks aligned to the IAM and directory environments including but not limited to the Systems Center Operations Manager Administration, Windows 2016 and 2022 Administration and Infrastructure, perimeter networks (DMZ), Single Sign-On (SSO) configuration and remediation, and Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP).
• Maintains advanced and continuous knowledge of the ancillary technologies to be engineered such as Lightweight Directory Services (LDS), Rights Management Systems (RMS) as part of the IAM services to support the time sensitive management, monitoring and automation of Tier 0 technologies and other directives and drive continuous improvement.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• College degree in related technology field (Computer, Engineering, Science, etc.) or comparable job experiences aligned to Active Directory and/or IAM engineering directives
• Approximately 8 to 10 years of experience in an engineering role. Able to exhibit a progression of increasingly complex job responsibilities during the period inclusive of project management skills, engineering remediation techniques and project planning and implementation.
• Certification as a Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)
• Certification as a Microsoft Certified Solution Expert (MCSE) Core Infrastructure or Productivity

• 10 years Active Directory
• 2 years Azure AD
• 4 years PowerShell scripting

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Understanding and experience with Azure managed services.
• Understanding and experience with Cloud service providers, such as AWS.
• Understanding and experience with System Center Configuration Manager.
• Powerbroker
• Active Roles Server
• Splunk and/or Sentinel

What we offer

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across nine locations – Argentina, Hungary, India, the Philippines, Poland, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Spain and the United Kingdom – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

• Continuous learning : You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you : We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership : We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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As an Executive Administrative Coordinator, you will provide high-level, functionally specialized administrative, project and operational support to multiple executives of the firm who hold designated leadership positions. You will be closely aligned and integrated with the operations, strategies and business objectives of senior leaders with visibility across their network. You will proactively identify the needs and challenges of the executive, identifying effective solutions and ensuring that all necessary preparations and support are in place to enable the executive's success. You will track, coordinate and execute on confidential projects, applying judgment and selecting methods for meeting objectives. As a representative of the executive leaders, you will foster sophisticated relationships and interact with internal and external clients and stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities

• Manage daily execution of administrative services for eligible partners, principals, managing directors and directors
• Apply specialized knowledge of service line, sector and operations role of executive to make independent decisions to accomplish project, administrative and operational objectives
• Apply an in-depth understanding of the key drivers affecting the leader’s role and business priorities to administrative and project coordination
• Identify and resolve administrative issues and challenges, analyze problems and implement solutions to improve efficiency and productivity
• Build and foster relationships with internal and external business leaders and stakeholders and their administrative staff to support business objectives
• Protect confidential/proprietary information and manage data and records securely
• Demonstrate high level firm/service line knowledge of QRM policies
• Independently compose, format and edit non-technical business documents in conjunction with leader executives and appropriate internal communications professionals
• Liaise with service line and core business service personnel to track and coordinate executive work/projects; manage information and respond to requests accurately and promptly
• Compile, review and analyze markets and budget reports to create tracking reports, identify action items, coordinate follow up and prepare meeting materials
• Anticipate and apply knowledge of leaders’ priorities to manage complex and constantly changing calendars
• Coordinate domestic/international travel, internal and external events, meetings and conferences within scope leveraging appropriate resources

Skills and attributes for success

• Complex problem solving within realm of role responsibilities, using strong analytical, organizational and research skills
• Independent decision maker exercising discretion/judgment
• Assimilate unfamiliar issues rapidly
• Proactively escalate identified or potential issues
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with all levels including senior leaders with sensitivity to matters that require diplomacy
• Navigate organizational structures, changing environments and sensitive relationships
• Prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously
• Advanced skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint and Outlook
• Work independently

To qualify for the role, you must have

• BA/BS degree or relevant experience
• 8-10 plus years of experience
• Typically, no less than 5 - 7 years relevant experience
• Flexible for overtime as required. Vacation dependent on business needs and cycles.
• Work primarily onsite in the EY office, client or meeting site as determined.
• Must be flexible to travel

Ideally, you’ll also have

• 5+ yrs. exp supporting senior leadership level executives in large organization or firm
• Project coordination experience