O365 & Azure Cloud Engineer

Our client is looking for a Microsoft 365 & Azure Security Consultant to serve as a subject matter expert across Microsoft 365 and Azure environments for both internal teams and external clients. This is a highly visible, customer-facing role that combines cloud security, engineering, Microsoft 365 administration, consulting, and technology strategy.

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys variety, can communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, and is excited to stay current as Microsoft cloud and AI technologies continue to evolve.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the Microsoft 365 and Azure SME for internal teams and multiple external clients.
• Develop and support strategies for OneDrive, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and AI-enabled solutions while maintaining strong security and data protection standards.
• Establish and document Microsoft cloud security standards, governance, and best practices.
• Evaluate Microsoft 365 and Azure capabilities and help clients understand how new features, licensing changes, and technology enhancements can benefit their organizations.
• Monitor Microsoft 365 and Azure services for security, usage, and performance considerations.
• Manage and monitor Microsoft 365 email quarantine processes.
• Support the administration and ongoing development of SharePoint environments.
• Help develop testing, governance, and deployment processes for AI-created applications running in Azure environments.
• Partner with clients to understand their technology needs and recommend practical Microsoft cloud solutions.
• Take ownership of assigned client relationships and technology initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and collaborate with Systems, Network, and other technology professionals.
• Create documentation, standards, and processes that can be communicated and adopted across client environments.
• Stay current on Microsoft 365, Azure, Copilot, AI, security, and cloud technology developments.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, technology discussions, and strategic planning sessions.

Qualifications:

What You Bring

• 3+ years of professional experience supporting Microsoft 365, Azure, cloud technologies, or a related environment.
• Strong experience with Microsoft 365 and Azure cloud services.
• Hands-on experience with OneDrive and Microsoft 365 security, particularly around protecting sensitive or proprietary data.
• Understanding of Microsoft 365 security, governance, permissions, policies, and data protection.
• Experience with Microsoft Copilot or other AI capabilities within the Microsoft ecosystem.
• Experience supporting or administering SharePoint Online.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft cloud security and modern workplace technologies.
• Ability to research Microsoft technologies and translate new capabilities into practical recommendations.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and customer relationship skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with a small, highly technical team.
• Curiosity and a desire to continually learn as Microsoft and AI technologies evolve.

Microsoft Certifications

Microsoft certifications are highly valued. Relevant certifications may include:

• Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Work
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator
• Other current Microsoft 365, Azure, security, or cloud certifications

Candidates should be able to demonstrate current knowledge of Microsoft's cloud and web-based technologies. Recent certifications and hands-on experience are particularly valuable.

Compensation

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