OverviewThis is an office-based position.ResponsibilitiesJob Summary: - We're seeking a proactive O365/Azure Administrator to serve as the primary administrator for the organization's Microsoft cloud platform, supporting all departments and ensuring the stability, continuity, and security of enterprise-wide services This role requires someone who is both technically adept and consultative, able to advise internal teams on their needs while maintaining a secure and resilient infrastructure.
Cloud Platform Administration:- Administer and document the O365 and Azure environments to ensure business continuity and ease of future knowledge transfer.
- Manage core Microsoft services including O365, Intune Endpoint Management, Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, etc.
- Manage Exchange Online including mailbox provisioning, mail flow rules, transport connectors, and email authentication standards (DKIM, DMARC, SPF).
- Support application management and Azure registrations, researching and implementing solutions as needed.
- Manage multiple tenants (experience with multi-tenant environments is a plus).
- Administer the Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps) from an administrative (not development) perspective.
Identity, Security & Compliance:- Oversee Identity and Access Management (IDAM), including MFA, policies, and conditional access.
- Configure and manage Microsoft Defender for Office 365 policies, monitor security alerts, and investigate potential identity-based threats across the tenant.
- Implement and manage data loss prevention (DLP) policies, retention labels, and compliance features within Microsoft Purview to meet organizational and regulatory requirements.
Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery:- Develop, test, and maintain backup and disaster recovery procedures for all cloud-based applications and data to ensure business continuity.
Licensing & Cost Optimization:- Manage Microsoft 365 licensing assignments across the organization, conduct periodic audits to reclaim unused licenses, and optimize SKU allocation to control costs.
Automation & Scripting:- Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts and automation workflows to streamline repetitive administrative tasks and reduce manual effort.
Monitoring & Support:- Proactively monitor Microsoft 365 and Azure service health dashboards, investigate tenant-level incidents, and analyze service health trends to address issues before they impact users.
- Coordinate support issues and escalate as needed through Microsoft support contracts.
Consultation & Collaboration:- Consult with internal teams to understand needs and provide technical recommendations.
Qualifications- Typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 ecosystem and administration best practices.
- Advanced hands-on experience with Azure administration.
- Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for Microsoft 365 and Azure administration; familiarity with Azure CLI or Microsoft Graph API is a plus.
- Solid understanding of cloud security principles, including zero-trust architecture, identity protection, and data loss prevention.
- Familiarity with Power Platform administration and Power BI governance.
- Excellent documentation, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to research and implement solutions independently.
BenefitsWe offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, opportunities for career growth, an employee stock purchase plan, 401(k), generous time off and flexible work/life balance, company-matched retirement packages, an employee wellness program, and an awards and recognition program - all in a creative, fast-growing, and innovative company.
