We are looking for an experienced IT Security Specialist to lead Active Directory security remediation initiatives within a large-scale enterprise environment. This role requires a proactive approach to identifying vulnerabilities, implementing security enhancements, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Responsibilities:• Perform in-depth reviews of Active Directory configurations to identify security vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.• Implement security measures, including updates to group policies, privileged account restrictions, and local administration practices across workstations, servers, and virtual desktop environments.• Generate and analyze security reports to monitor remediation progress and validate effectiveness.• Maintain detailed documentation of remediation tasks and provide regular updates to IT leadership and key stakeholders.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align security initiatives with organizational goals and compliance standards.• Advise on best practices for Active Directory security, including password policies, auditing, and incident response strategies.• Facilitate meetings with technical teams and leadership to communicate risks, propose solutions, and ensure accountability for remediation efforts.• Stay informed on emerging security threats and recommend proactive measures to mitigate risks.• Support the enterprise in adhering to data privacy, cyber governance, and database security protocols.

• Extensive experience in Active Directory security hardening within enterprise environments. • Advanced knowledge of group policy management and local administration practices on Windows systems. • Proven expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, including data privacy and database security. • Strong analytical skills for interpreting security reports and identifying actionable solutions. • Excellent organizational abilities for tracking tasks and maintaining detailed documentation. • Effective communication skills to engage with IT directors, technical teams, and application stakeholders. • Familiarity with industry standards related to identity management and directory services. • Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional teams and contribute to cyber governance initiatives.

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Rolling Meadows, IL
remote
Temporary
71.25 - 82.50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced IT Security Specialist to lead Active Directory security remediation initiatives within a large-scale enterprise environment. This role requires a proactive approach to identifying vulnerabilities, implementing security enhancements, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Responsibilities:• Perform in-depth reviews of Active Directory configurations to identify security vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.• Implement security measures, including updates to group policies, privileged account restrictions, and local administration practices across workstations, servers, and virtual desktop environments.• Generate and analyze security reports to monitor remediation progress and validate effectiveness.• Maintain detailed documentation of remediation tasks and provide regular updates to IT leadership and key stakeholders.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align security initiatives with organizational goals and compliance standards.• Advise on best practices for Active Directory security, including password policies, auditing, and incident response strategies.• Facilitate meetings with technical teams and leadership to communicate risks, propose solutions, and ensure accountability for remediation efforts.• Stay informed on emerging security threats and recommend proactive measures to mitigate risks.• Support the enterprise in adhering to data privacy, cyber governance, and database security protocols.
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