The Windows Active Directory Specialist is responsible for cleaning, improving, and maintaining the Active Directory environment.He/she ensures safety, consistency and efficiency through controls, optimizations and automation with PowerShell.In addition, Group Policy Objects (GPOs) are mapped and monitored to ensure security standards. Tasks and responsibilitiesActive Directory cleaning and optimizationIdentify and remove stale accounts, groups, and objectsImproving the structure and naming of conventionsValidation and follow-up via PowerShellDeveloping and executing PowerShell scripts for monitoring and reportingAutomate recurring checks (e.G., inactive users, entitlement management)Maintenance of group policy objects (GPO's):Mapping existing GPO links and their impactDocumenting and following up on changesEnsuring policies remain compliant with security guidelinesSecurity en complianceChecking access rights and delegationsImplementeren van best practices rond AdsecurityReporting risks and recommendations to IT managementClose collaboration with IT management, security officers and project teamsClear documentation and reporting of actions carried out Desired skills and qualificationsBachelor or master in IT or equivalentMore than 5 years of experience related to AD managementIn-depth knowledge of Windows Server and Active DirectoryExperience with PowerShell scripting (validation, reporting, automation)Understanding Group Policy Objects and their linksKnowledge of security best practices within AD environmentsFluent in English & French OR Dutch