Active Directory Consultant

Posted:
10/22/2025, 1:20:14 PM

Location(s):
Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines ⋅ Metro Manila, Philippines

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Consulting

Are you ready to shape a better tomorrow?

AIA Digital+ is a Technology, Digital and Analytics innovation hub dedicated to powering AIA to be more efficient, connected and innovative as it fulfils its Purpose to help millions of people across Asia-Pacific live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

If you are hungry and driven to play an active role in shaping a better tomorrow, we want to hear from you. Because the work we do at AIA Digital+ makes a difference in the lives of millions of people, every day. We will equip you with the critical skills, tools and technology, and endless opportunities to learn, contribute and thrive in a dynamic and exciting environment.

If you want to shape a brighter future at AIA Digital+, please read on.

About the Role

• Ensures IT service availability and minimises the AIA’s business impact of IT service outages through the effective management.
• Contributes to the improvement of user satisfaction with IT services by ensuring that the arrangements remain aligned with business needs and priorities and fit for purpose.
• Improves the overall technical performance as measured by the technology related KPIs and SLAs (utilisation, availability, response times etc.) year on year

Roles & Responsibilities

Technical Operations and Performance Management:

  • Lead and mentor a team of AD administrators and support engineers to ensure high performance and operational efficiency.

Active Directory Management:

  • Oversee the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of Active Directory Services and components including domain controllers, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and Certificate Authority
  • Ensure the stability, security, and performance of Active Directory across the organization.

Incident & Problem Managements:

  • Act as an escalation point for Active Directory-related issues and ensure timely resolution.
  • Conduct root cause analysis for recurring issues and implement preventive measures.

Security & Compliance:

  • Implement and enforce security best practices for Active Directory, including privileged access management, account lifecycle management, and audit policies.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and organizational policies.

Performance Monitoring and Optimization:

  • Monitor Active Directory performance, analyze trends, and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and reliability.
  • Collaborate with infrastructure and security to optimize AD configurations.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management:

  • Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholder to evaluate, select, and implement AD-related tools and technologies.
  • Manage relationships with third-party service providers and ensure SLAs are met.

Budget & Resource Management:

  • Develop and manage AD related budget.
  • Allocate resources effectively to meet project deadline and organizational goals.

Part of the Active Directory operations team, with on-call and standby duties activated based on business criticality to implement changes, fulfil requests, and resolve incidents.

Minimum Job Requirements:

  • 7+ years of relevant experience in which at least 3 years in a senior role with regional exposure
  • Hands on experience in AD related technologies or an equivalent combination of qualifications and relevant experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree holder of university on Information Technology or related discipline
  • Extensive knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, CA and related technologies.
  • Strong understanding of identity and access management (IAM) principles, including Azure AD, LDAP, and SSO.
  • Experience with cloud-based directory services environments is a plus.
  • Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified, or equivalent is highly desirable.
  • Able to anticipate issues and take initiatives to resolve them before escalation
  • Takes ownership of tasks and delivers results reliably and consistently
  • Works effectively across teams and geographies, fostering a cooperative and inclusive environment
  • Prioritizes user experience and service quality in all technical decisions
  • Maintain composure and effectiveness under pressure or during critical incidents
  • Demonstrates curiosity and commitment to staying updated with emerging technologies and best practices
  • Upholds a high ethical standards and ensures compliance with policies and regulations

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live healthier, longer, better lives.

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