Identity & Directory Services Engineer
XPT Software Australia Pty Ltd
Job Details:
· Must Have Skills: Configured and optimized Group Policy Objects (GPOs) for security hardening, user access control,
and system configurations
· Implemented automation using PowerShell, improving operational efficiency and reducing manual
· effort • Delivered Level 3 ICT support, resolving complex infrastructure and identity-related incidents
· within SLA targets
Coordinated with stakeholders, vendors, and internal teams to meet project timelines and SLAs
· Nice to Have Skills:
Designing and managing hybrid identity architecture using Azure Entra ID and Microsoft Active
Directory, ensuring secure authentication across cloud and on-prem environments
Implementing and enforced Conditional Access and MFA policies, strengthening identity security
aligned with Zero Trust principles
Administering Azure AD Connect, enabling seamless directory synchronization, SSO, and federation
across enterprise applications
Designing and governed RBAC models across Azure and on-prem systems, ensuring least privilege
access and audit compliance
Configuring and optimized Group Policy Objects (GPOs) for security hardening, user access control,
Detailed Job Description
Enterprise Directory Services and IAM specialist with 10+ years of experience delivering and
operating large-scale Microsoft Active Directory and Azure AD environments in 24×7 enterprise
operations. Specialised in Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and Identity & Access Management, including MFA,
SSO, Conditional Access, MFA, RBAC and user lifecycle management. Proven track record in resolving highpriority
incidents, supporting authentication platforms, and improving operational efficiency through
PowerShell automation.
expertise across AD, Azure AD (Entra ID), DNS, GPO, Windows Server,
PowerShell automation, ITIL Service Operations, and service transition to BAU. Strong background
supporting retail, banking, insurance, and healthcare clients in multi-sourced, regulated
environments, with hands-on troubleshooting and SME-level ownership of availability, performance,
security, and operational standards.
Minimum Years of Experience-10 year
· Certifications - MCSE: Messaging, MCSE: Security), Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Security+,