Job Title :Active Directory Migration EngineerAbout the Role :We are seeking an experienced engineer to lead and execute complex Active Directory (AD) migrations and coexistence projects during M&A; transitions. The role will own endtoend assessment, pilot migrations, cutover planning, and postmigration validation, ensuring seamless identity and access continuity for the business.Key Responsibilities :- Migration Assessment : Analyze users, groups, devices, servers, service accounts, applications, trusts, DNS, and authentication dependencies across source and target AD environments.- Migration Execution : Run pilot migrations and subsequent waves for identities and devices, handling SIDHistory, SPNs, GPOs, DNS, trusts, and access validation.- Coexistence & Cutover : Enable Day1 readiness, manage crossdomain access, execute cutover and rollback procedures, resolve issues, and maintain business continuity throughout the M&A; transition.- Validation & Handover : Conduct postmigration validation, remediate defects, update runbooks, support legacydomain decommissioning, and hand over stable environments to operations.Technologies :- Active Directory, Entra ID, Entra Connect, DNS, DHCP, GPO, PKI, ADFS, PowerShell, ADMT/Quest Migration Manager, CyberArk/PAMRequired Skills :- Deep expertise in Active Directory design, administration,



and migration methodologies.- Solid knowledge of identity federation (ADFS), Azure Entra services, and privileged access management (CyberArk/PAM).- Proficiency with PowerShell scripting for automation and troubleshooting.- Experience with migration tools such as ADMT and Quest Migration Manager.- Ability to assess and map complex trust, DNS, and authentication dependencies.Preferred Experience :- Prior involvement in largescale AD migrations supporting M&A; or divestiture initiatives.- Handson experience with coexistence scenarios and cutover planning.- Familiarity with Windows Server networking services (DHCP, DNS) and PKI infrastructure.Qualifications :- Relevant technical certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator, Azure AD) are a plus but not mandatory.Recruiter Summary :- Lead endtoend Active Directory migrations for M&A; projects.- Assess and map users, groups, devices, trusts, DNS, and authentication dependencies.- Execute pilot and wave migrations, handling SIDHistory, SPNs, GPOs, and access validation.- Manage Day1 readiness, crossdomain access, cutover, rollback, and business continuity.- Perform postmigration validation, defect remediation, runbook updates, and legacy domain decommissioning. (ref:hirist.tech)

📌 Active Directory Migration Subject Matter Expert - Identity Management (India)
🏢 Kansoft Solutions
📍 India