Vice President, Directory Services Engineer

About this roleAbout this roleWe are looking for a Directory Services engineering lead who will be responsible for designing and building Active Directory, Azure AD (Entra ID), Active Directory Federation Services, Conditional Access, Public Key Infrastructure and OIDC/SAML based authentication systems.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in systems engineering, a proven track record of maintaining high availability and performance, familiarity with NIST cybersecurity standards, and experience in managing systems & licensing.Responsibilities:Technical lead for team of 4 Directory Services engineersDesign, build, and maintain Directory Services environments across various hosting platforms both on-prem and in cloud (Azure and AWS), ensuring system reliability, efficiency, and compliance with security standardsDesign and manage multiple Active Directory forests and domains as well as Azure AD (Entra ID) across multiple tenantsExecute integrations of new domains arising from M&A activityImplement and manage OIDC / SAML auth for systems and application access with SSOAssist in migration of PKI from Windows CA to KeyFactorMaintain and enhance the CyberArk password vault infrastructureDevelop and maintain documentation related to various Directory Services configurations, processes, and service recordsCollaborate with IT security teams to establish and maintain security baselines, respond to security incidents, and ensure compliance with NIST cybersecurity standardsDevelop and execute PowerShell scripts for automation of tasks, system management, and troubleshootingManage relevant licensing for Directory Services systems, ensuring compliance with legal and contractual obligationsExperience with infrastructure as code using Terraform and Azure DevOpsQualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fieldMinimum of 5 years of experience in Directory Services administration and engineeringStrong experience with Active Directory, Azure AD (Entra ID), ADFS, Group Policy, OIDC / SAML and PKI technologiesProficiency in using Azure DevOps, Splunk, Okta, and PowerShell for system managementKnowledge of ITIL practices, experience in inventory management, familiarity with NIST cybersecurity standards, and experience in managing system licensingExperience with continuous integration and deployment pipelines using Azure Pipelines and TerraformExcellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication and collaboration skills For Atlanta, GA and PR2-Princeton - 1 University Square Drive Only the salary range for this position is USD$148,000.00 - USD$200,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance. USD$138,000.00 - USD$186,500.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.Our benefitsTo help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.Our hybrid work modelBlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.About BlackRockAt BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being.  Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrockBlackRock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. View the EEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplement and the pay transparency statement. BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified indiv