Akamai Technologies

Senior Systems Engineer

Akamai Technologies$112K — $202K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in M365 and/or Google Workspace/GCP projects
  • Bachelors degree in a relevant field
  • In-depth knowledge of Google Gemini and Google Workspace services
  • Familiarity with M365 workloads and Entra ID
  • Understanding of data governance and security regulations
  • Proficiency in PowerShell, GAM, and Google Apps Script
  • U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain security clearance

Responsibilities

  • Lead administration, security, and governance of GCC High M365 tenant
  • Utilize Google Gemini capabilities in conjunction with GCP infrastructure
  • Design and secure complex multi-cloud deployments
  • Oversee tenant-to-tenant migrations and legacy system conversions
  • Automate processes using various scripting languages
  • Provide Tier 3 technical support and troubleshoot complex issues
  • Create technical documentation and standard operating procedures

Benefits

  • Healthcare coverage
  • 401K savings plan
  • Company holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Sick time
  • Parental leave
  • Employee assistance program focusing on mental and financial wellness
Full Job Description
Job Description

Are you a Quality Engineer who loves solving complex issues?

Are you a fast learner who enjoys working at the intersection of infrastructure, automation, and reliability?

Join our Enterprise Infrastructure Services team!

Akamai's Enterprise Infrastructure Services team in IT supports many business processes and functions, including Information Security.

Partner with the best

We are seeking an experienced Multi-Cloud Senior Engineer specializing in architecture, deployment, and management of Google Workspace/GCP and Microsoft 365 solutions. You will also serve as the Lead Engineer for a GCC High M365 tenant, requiring expertise in government environments (e.g., GCC High and IL5).

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for:
  • Leading the administration, security, and governance of the GCC High M365 tenant, ensuring all configurations and security controls meet government regulations
  • Utilizing Google Gemini capabilities across Google Workspace and GCP. Work with underlying infrastructure (RAG/MCP) to support AI solutions and integrate collaboration tools with business systems.
  • Designing, implementing, and securing complex multi-cloud deployments (M365, GWS, GCP).
  • Overseeing tenant-to-tenant and platform migration projects, converting legacy systems to compliant cloud solutions.
  • Automating using PowerShell, Python, Google Apps Script, Advanced GAM, and REST APIs for enhanced efficiency across all platforms.
  • Providing expert (Tier 3) technical support, troubleshoot complex multi-faceted issues, and create comprehensive technical documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:
  • Have 5 years of relevant experience and a bachelors degree in relevant field
  • Have experience (5+ years) in leading complex M365 and/or Google Workspace/GCP projects, including experience with GCC or GCC High tenants.
  • Demonstrate In-depth knowledge of Google Gemini, GWS services (Docs, Drive, Admin Console), and core GCP components (IAM, Compute Engine, VPC).
  • Show knowledge of M365 workloads (Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, Intune) and Entra ID, specifically within government compliance boundaries.
  • Have understanding of data governance, security, and regulatory requirements (FedRAMP, CMMC, IL5) and their application across M365 and GWS/GCP security features.
  • Show proficiency in PowerShell, GAM, Google Apps Script, and advanced automation techniques.
  • Be a U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain security clearance.

Compensation

Akamai is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For US based candidates only - the base salary for this position ranges from $112,500 - $202,500/year; a candidate's salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. Compensation for candidates outside the US will vary. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of annual bonus or incentives, equity awards and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Akamai provides industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation (in the form of PTO), sick time, family friendly benefits including parental leave and an employee assistance program including a focus on mental and financial wellness; Eligibility requirements apply.

About Akamai Technologies

Akamai Technologies, Inc. is a global content delivery network (CDN), cybersecurity, and cloud service company. The company provides web and mobile performance solutions, cloud security solutions, enterprise access solutions, and video delivery solutions. Akamai was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company serves a wide range of industries, including media and entertainment, gaming, software, financial services, healthcare, and others. Akamai is publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol AKAM.
Learn more about Akamai Technologies
Size
8,700 employees
Market Cap
$13 billion
Industry
Net Income
$557 million
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
+8.1%
Revenue
$3.1 billion
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