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Solution Enterprise Architect - CGEMJP00273137

Solution Enterprise Architect - CGEMJP00273137

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Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL544NB, England

£60,000 - £72,000 per annum

Full Time

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The organization is seeking a highly skilled Solution Enterprise Architect for a 3.5-month contract with a hybrid work model in Cheltenham.
The role offers a rate of £480 per day, and candidates must have extensive experience in designing and deploying complex Active Directory infrastructures.
Key responsibilities include deploying and configuring new data centers, conducting AD discoveries, and compiling comprehensive reports on AD health and configurations.
The ideal candidate should possess expertise in AD optimization, reconfiguration, and have knowledge of related areas such as DNS and GPO.
Candidates must also have Security Clearance (SC) and strong analytical skills for producing detailed technical reports.

Solution Enterprise ArchitectContract Duration: 3.5 monthsLocation: Hybrid – 3 days on-site in Cheltenham, 2 days remoteSC (Security Clearance)Clearance RequiredRate: £480 per day/ Inside IR35We are seeking a highly skilled Solution Enterprise Architect to support a critical infrastructure transformation project for a leading organization. The role involves designing and deploying a robust Active Directory (AD) environment to meet organizational goals and transitioning to a ".net" namespace. You will deliver technical expertise in AD deployment, optimization, and migration while ensuring seamless integration of complex components.Key Responsibilities:

Deploy and configure four new data centers (2 x forest root and 2 x child domain) on new IP ranges within the existing AD environment.
Decommission the current four data centers (2 x forest root and 2 x child domain) on the old IP ranges after successful deployment.
Conduct a detailed AD discovery using "read-only" scripts provided.
Compile a comprehensive AD Discovery and Recommendation report covering:
- Deployment Model (Architecture View)
- FSMO and GC Roles
- Functional Levels
- AD Sites and Services
- Servers and Versions
- Network Time Protocol
- DNS/WINS
- AD Trusts
- AD Server & Replication Health
- Users, Computers, and Groups
- Group Policy / Kerberos and Password Policies
- Monitoring and Management
- Ports, Protocols, and Firewall Rules
Based on the AD Discovery report, either:
- Reconfigure the existing AD environment to support the ".net" namespace, or
- Deploy a new AD infrastructure to support the ".net" namespace.

Provide ongoing technical guidance and collaboration with the internal team to ensure a smooth transition and alignment with organizational requirements.Requirements:

Extensive experience designing and deploying complex Active Directory infrastructures.
Expertise in AD discovery, optimization, and reconfiguration, including DNS, GPO, RBAC, and related areas.
Knowledge of Entra Connect, PKI solutions, and COTS patching tools.
Experience working with large-scale enterprise environments and SC clearance.
Strong analytical skills to produce detailed technical reports and recommendations.

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