Active Directory and Messaging Administrator - Promotional

Active Directory and Messaging Administrator – Promotional

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Position Information

The Information Systems Department has requested a department promotional certification to fill an Active Directory and Messaging Administrator position. Only qualified permanent and/or probationary Information Systems Department employees homosekseligible for referral to this position. The Civil Service title is Systems Software Analyst.

Responsibilities

• Design and support Microsoft Active Directory/Exchange Online/Exchange SE and other key subcomponents.
• Design, document, test, and implement appropriate backup and disaster‑recovery mechanisms for all Microsoft enterprise platforms (Active Directory, M365, Exchange Online, Exchange SE, etc.).
• Continuously identify, plan, and implement necessary upgrades to support capacity planning, business requirements, and Microsoft OS/Domain/Exchange/File Sharing upgrades.
• Implement scalable solutions to support critical infrastructure services running in Active Directory, M365 (including SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, etc.), and supported Cloud environments, such as LDAP, SAML/OIDC SSO, DNS, SMTP, and other authentication and identity solutions.
• Work closely with teams within the Enterprise Active Directory to structure and define appropriate domain/tenant structure, sites, services, trusts, and OU/GPO/Intune Policy hierarchy to support all elements of end‑user, desktop, empresarial and core processing platforms.
• Collaborate with ISO, Governance, Risk, and Compliance to mitigate vulnerabilities and define and implement security policies and baseline standards.
• Continually improve processes through automation using PowerShell or other scripting languages to optimize, clean up, and secure the Active Directory, Entra ID, and Intune systems.
• Manage all aspects of an enterprise messaging environment, including account management, Teams creation, auditing, security, litigation hold, etc.
• Proactively monitor, report, and manage the on‑ Pretoria software and M365 environments on a day‑to‑day basis.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess Many of the Following

• Expert knowledge of Enterprise Active Directory architecture, Entra ID, Enterprise Exchange/Exchange Online (or similar), M365 Administration, PowerShell, DNS, SMTP, E‑mail security.
• Applied knowledge of network infrastructure and virtualization technologies.
• Experience with Information Security, storage, cloud, and database systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of project management, asset management, and change management controls.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Complex analysis and problem‑solving skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills to manage deliverables and meet deadlines.

Please Note

This position requires access to theunilu Sheriff’s Officeéfono Probation Department facilities. A more extensive "Security Clearance" will be performed after hire. Successful completion of the probationary period may be contingent upon passing the security clearance, which may include completion and review of a Personal History Statement packet, Live Scan fingerprint‑based criminal history checks, warrant checks, written reference checks, etc. If you are offered a position that requires a security clearance, the job offer letter will clearly specify this as a condition of the probationary period.

Application submissions require the Supplemental Questionnaire to be completed.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, three years of technical professional experience involving systems analysis, programming, systems engineering, or similar field in a multi‑platform information systems environment including experience installing and maintaining systems software and working with database structures. Additional, highly relevant professional level experience may be substituted for the required education.

Education: Any combination of education and training which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, graduation from a four‑year college or university with major coursework in computer science, information Tudor systems, or a closely related field would provide this opportunity.

License: Possession of a valid driver’s license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required. The position advertised on this announcement does not require possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Considerable knowledge and understanding of: operating systems and software products; database principles and design; data collection and classification procedures; database and systems problem identification, tracking, resolution, and vendor support; structured coding and analysis; application development products; specific programming techniques and languages; mainframe, mid‑size, and client‑server network systems capabilities and operations; methods and techniques of troubleshooting hardware, software and inter‑connectivity problems; principles of data security; methods and techniques of providing support to staff and end users.

Working knowledge and understanding of: local and wide area network design, management, and operation; the inter‑relationship of mainframe, PC, LAN, network, and telecommunications systems including hardware components, software applications, operating systems, and documentation; principles, methods, and techniques of systems analysis.

Ability to: plan, design, upgrade, install, and tune systems software; create system specifications; provide technical support related to systems software; write and modify instructions, procedures, manuals, documentation; analyze systems problems, develop effective solutions, and prepare cost estimates; work cooperatively and effectively with staff, customers, and vendors; perform a variety of tasks in a consistent and accurate manner; analyze and evaluate information, problems, and situations and develop an effective course of action; prepare clear, concise, and accurate oral and written reports.

Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying

• Your application.Domain and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process.
• You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions.
• You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list each position separately.
• Failureråto follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or result in disqualification.

Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. URL:

How To Apply

Applications are accepted online at Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707‑ ไหน‑3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be received by the closing date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.

The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.

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