Sync-ADGroupMembership

Synopsis

Synchronizes Active Directory group memberships based on organizational data and business rules.

Description

This script automates the synchronization of Active Directory group memberships with external data sources such as HR systems, organizational charts, or role-based access control matrices. It ensures group memberships remain current with organizational changes while maintaining security and compliance requirements.

Syntax

.\Sync-ADGroupMembership.ps1 [[-DataSource] <String>] [[-MappingFile] <String>] [-DryRun] [-RemoveOrphans] [-AuditChanges] [-EmailReport] [<CommonParameters>]

Parameters

-DataSource

Path to external data source (CSV, database connection, or API endpoint).

-MappingFile

Configuration file defining group membership rules and mappings.

-DryRun

Preview changes without applying them to Active Directory.

-RemoveOrphans

Removes users from groups when they no longer meet membership criteria.

-AuditChanges

Enables detailed audit logging of all membership changes.

-EmailReport

Sends summary report of synchronization results via email.

Examples

Example 1: Sync with HR data

PS C:\> .\Sync-ADGroupMembership.ps1 -DataSource "C:\HR_Export.csv" -MappingFile "C:\GroupMappings.json" -AuditChanges

Notes

  • Author: Enterprise Automation Team
  • Requires: ActiveDirectory module, PSAdminCore module, data source access permissions
  • Security: Validates all changes against business rules before applying
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