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Associate Principal, Directory and Certificate Services

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theocc logoTheocc · Chicago - 125 S Franklin
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About the role

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions. As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 19 exchanges and trading platforms. More information about OCC is available at www.theocc.com.

Responsibilities

  • We're seeking a skilled Associate Principal to support, and automate our Directory and Certificate Services environment. In this role, you'll provide operational support for existing systems while implementing solutions that enhance our security posture and support future services.
  • Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.
  • Administer Windows Server and Active Directory services environments
  • Support operational tasks for enterprise certificate services and PKI infrastructure
  • Support Azure Cloud identity services
  • Remediate security vulnerabilities
  • Leverage automation through PowerShell scripting
  • Adhere to change management requirements
  • Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • None

Requirements

  • The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.
  • [Required] Clear written and verbal communication skills
  • [Required] Strong interpersonal skills
  • [Required] Solution oriented approach to problem solving
  • [Required] Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • [Preferred] Knowledge of certificate lifecycle management using Venafi
  • [Preferred] Familiarity with certificate discovery, monitoring, and renewal processes
  • [Preferred] Understanding of machine identity management principles
  • Technical Skills:
  • [Required] Strong experience supporting Windows Server environments (2019, 2022)
  • [Required] Familiarity with Azure Cloud tenant administration and Entra ID identity management basic concepts
  • [Required] PowerShell script execution experience
  • Education and/or Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
  • [Required] 2+ years of experience in Windows enterprise systems administration
  • [Required] Minimum 1 years' experience supporting enterprise Active Directory environment (AD Trust, Test/Dev Environments, LDAPS, GPO)
  • Certificates or Licenses:
  • [Preferred] Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
  • [Preferred] Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
  • [Preferred] Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert
  • [Preferred] Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate

Benefits

A highly collaborative and supportive environment developed to encourage work-life balance and employee wellness. Some of these components include:A hybrid work environment, up to 2 days per week of remote workTuition Reimbursement to support your continued educationStudent Loan Repayment AssistanceTechnology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotelyGenerous PTO and Parental leave401k Employer MatchCompetitive health benefits including medical, dental and visionVisit https://www.theocc.com/careers/thriving-together for more information.The salary range listed for any given position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. If hired at OCC, your final base salary compensation will be determined by factors such as skills, experience and/or education.In addition, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.We typically do not hire at the maximum of the range in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a substantial benefits package as noted on www.theocc.com/careersAll employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Discretionary bonuses are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, company and individual performance and are not guaranteed.Salary Range$107,200Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offRemote work optionsEquity / stock optionsPerformance bonusParental leave

Additional Information

*****THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR VISA SPONSORSHIP***** To be considered for this position, applications and resumes are accepted only through our careers site by directly applying to the posted job. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or sales solicitations from staffing agencies. Any OCC employee wishing to submit a referral must do so through their Workday account. Any resume submitted outside of an active job posting will not be considered for employment.


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