M365 Engineer

Title: Systems Engineer III - M365 Engineer

Location: Alpharetta, GA

Duration: 2-3 months

Extension is possible but unlikely as this is specifically funded backfill for a project which has been budgeted for.

The M365 Engineer will play a crucial role in the design, implementation, and maintenance of our Microsoft 365 (M365) environment. This individual will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless integration of M365 services, enhance productivity, and contribute to the overall success of our global IT infrastructure. Key Responsibilities:

1. Design and implement advanced M365 solutions, including but not limited to Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and Security & Compliance features.
2. Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into scalable and efficient M365 solutions.
3. Lead migrations and upgrades of M365 services, ensuring minimal impact on end-users and business operations.
4. Provide third-level support for M365-related incidents, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to maintain a stable and secure environment.
5. Stay abreast of industry best practices, emerging technologies, and Microsoft 365 updates to recommend and implement improvements.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
2. Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate, Microsoft 365 Certified: Messaging Administrator Associate, or equivalent certifications.
3. Proven experience 7 years working with Microsoft 365 in enterprise environments, with a focus on design and implementation. (3-5 years in M365 specifically)
4. Strong PowerShell scripting skills for automation and administration tasks. Using these skills in a Devops role is a must
5. Expertise in configuring and managing Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Teams, and related services.
6. In-depth knowledge of M365 security and compliance features.
7. Experience with M365 migration projects, including hybrid environments.
8. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
9. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
10. Familiarity with ITIL practices and project management methodologies.

Preferred Skills:

1. Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals.
2. Experience with third-party M365 management tools.
3. Knowledge of Microsoft Azure and related services.
4. Familiarity with regulatory compliance standards relevant to the industry.
5. Experience with Github and script repositories
6. Power BI experience, generating usage and other various reports through Power BI

Additional Notes:

About the Team: The M365 team provide technical admin and support to the entire business as well as technical consultation for stategic architecture and to the wider client groups with whom we share the O365 tenant

Top 3 must-have skills:

1. MS Exchange Online management in a hybrid AD architecture. Very strong AD / Entra ID knowledge
2. Security policies and governance
3. Great communication, stakeholder management and major incident handling

Interview process: 2 Interviews, both with Manager and a senior engineer from the existing team. Interviews will be virtual calls (MS Teams)

About Us: SPECTRAFORCE is one of the fastest-growing workforce solutions firms in the United States. As a diversity-owned business, we place human connection at the heart of everything we do, building strong relationships with both clients and candidates to fill roles successfully. Our teams in North and Central America and India serve more than 150 Fortune clients globally, leveraging custom AI technology to provide direct hire, executive search, nearshoring, offshoring, and project staffing solutions.

Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.

California Applicant Notice: SPECTRAFORCE is committed to complying with the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”) effective January 1, 2023; and all data privacy laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. A Notice to California Job Applicants Regarding the Collection of Personal Information can be located on our website. Applicants with disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting NAHR@spectraforce.com.

LA County, CA Applicant Notice: If you are selected for this position with SPECTRAFORCE, your offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of several requirements, including but not limited to, a criminal background check. We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with all local ordinances and state laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). The background check assessment will consider whether a criminal history could reasonably have a direct, adverse impact on the job-related safety, security, trust, regulatory compliance, or suitability for this role. Such findings may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer.

At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's starting pay is: $50.00/hr.