University of Pittsburgh

Microsoft Infrastructure Specialist

University of Pittsburgh • $80K — $110K *
Pittsburgh, PA 15237In-Person
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience managing Microsoft enterprise infrastructure in a hybrid setting
  • Expertise in Active Directory, Entra ID, Exchange, and authentication protocols
  • Knowledgeable in IAM solutions, federation services, and PKI management
  • Advanced PowerShell scripting skills
  • Demonstrated capability to lead technical projects and initiatives

Responsibilities

  • Lead Exchange Server and Exchange Online administration, focusing on mail flow and policy management
  • Design and maintain a highly available Active Directory environment
  • Manage Microsoft Entra ID and its configurations for secure access
  • Support ADFS and Web Application Proxy for Single Sign-On functionality
  • Oversee IAM using Microsoft Identity Manager and Azure AD Connect
  • Design and manage Public Key Infrastructure and certificate services
  • Implement security best practices within the Microsoft ecosystem
  • Develop PowerShell automation scripts for improved operational efficiency

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Supportive work environment with mentoring and technical leadership
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technology in a dynamic hybrid infrastructure
  • Collaborative team atmosphere fostering knowledge sharing
Full Job Description
Key responsibilities include:
  • Lead administration of Exchange Server (Hybrid) and Exchange Online, including mail flow, transport rules, and policy management
  • Design, implement, and maintain a highly available Active Directory environment (Domain Controllers, DNS, Group Policy)
  • Manage Microsoft Entra ID, including Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and hybrid identity configurations
  • Support Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) and Web Application Proxy for Single Sign-On (SSO)
  • Oversee Identity & Access Management (IAM) using Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM) and Azure AD Connect
  • Design and manage Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Certificate Services, including certificate lifecycle management
  • Implement and maintain security best practices across the Microsoft ecosystem
  • Develop and maintain PowerShell-based automation for operational efficiency and reporting
  • Serve as an escalation point, provide technical leadership, and mentor team members

Required Qualifications
  • Demonstrated experience managing Microsoft enterprise infrastructure in a hybrid environment
  • Strong expertise in Active Directory, Entra ID, Exchange, and authentication protocols (LDAP, Kerberos, NTLM)
  • Experience with IAM solutions, federation services, and PKI/certificate management
  • Advanced PowerShell scripting skills
  • Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and drive continuous improvement

About University of Pittsburgh

The University of Pittsburgh is a state-related research university located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1787 and is one of the oldest continuously chartered institutions of higher education in the United States. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs across 17 schools and colleges. The University of Pittsburgh is known for its strong programs in health sciences, engineering, business, and law. It is also home to a number of research centers and institutes, including the Pitt Innovation Institute and the Center for Energy.
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Size
13,000 employees
Industry
Education, Government & Non-Profit
* Ladders Estimates

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