Lead Directory Services Engineer

BlackRock

Directory Services Engineer designing and maintaining Active Directory systems at BlackRock. Collaborating with teams to ensure system reliability and compliance with security standards.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeEdinburgh • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecuritySplunkTerraformVault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build, and maintain Directory Services environments across various hosting platforms both on-prem and in cloud (Azure and AWS), ensuring system reliability, efficiency, and compliance with security standards
Design and manage multiple Active Directory forests and domains as well as Azure AD (Entra ID) across multiple tenants
Execute integrations of new domains arising from M&A activity
Implement and manage OIDC / SAML auth for systems and application access with SSO
Assist in migration of PKI from Windows CA to KeyFactor
Maintain and enhance the CyberArk password vault infrastructure
Develop and maintain documentation related to various Directory Services configurations, processes, and service records
Collaborate with IT security teams to establish and maintain security baselines, respond to security incidents, and ensure compliance with NIST cybersecurity standards
Develop and execute PowerShell scripts for automation of tasks, system management, and troubleshooting
Manage relevant licensing for Directory Services systems, ensuring compliance with legal and contractual obligations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Directory Services administration and engineering
Strong experience with Active Directory, Azure AD (Entra ID), ADFS, Group Policy, OIDC/SAML and PKI technologies
Proficiency in using Azure DevOps, Splunk, Okta, and PowerShell for system management
Knowledge of ITIL practices, experience in inventory management, familiarity with NIST cybersecurity standards, and experience in managing system licensing
Experience with continuous integration and deployment pipelines using Azure Pipelines and Terraform
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and collaboration skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future
access to education reimbursement
comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being
family support programs
Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about

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Hard Skills & Tools

Directory Services AdministrationActive DirectoryAzure AD (Entra ID)ADFSGroup PolicyPKI TechnologiesAzure PipelinesTerraformSystem Licensing ManagementITIL Practices

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationCollaboration