[Hiring] Senior Computer Systems Engineer/Architect @The Proven Method

Role Description

Marathon TS is seeking a Senior Computer Systems Engineer/Architect to serve as the senior Microsoft O365 Engineer/Architect to ensure effective and efficient management of O365 services in the Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (HHS-OIG) environment. The Senior Engineer/Architect will maintain O365 services in an enterprise-level environment, supporting the Information Technology Service Desk and Engineering Support program for a Contract at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

The Senior Computer Systems Engineer/Architect will provide thought leadership and initiative to drive consistent performance and timely improvements to the O365 environment. You will be joining a forward-thinking, innovative team responsible for building and overseeing public and private servers and network infrastructure to support key business objectives.

• Successfully maintain Office 365 services such as Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Microsoft Teams, and OneDrive for Business to meet organizational needs.
• Proficiently handle Office 365 tenant administration tasks including user and group management, license assignment and management, security and compliance settings, and service health monitoring.
• Facilitate the deployment of M365 Copilot including prerequisites and creating a pilot phase leading to broader deployment.
• Lead communication efforts regarding updates and enhancements to Office 365 services, ensuring all users and stakeholders are informed of new features, benefits, and potential impacts.
• Manage and oversee the implementation of Microsoft Purview to enhance data governance and compliance across the organization.
• Ensure smooth integration of Office 365 with Azure Active Directory (AAD), enhance Single Sign-On (SSO) configurations, manage directory synchronization, and enforce multi-factor authentication (MFA).
• Implement and enforce security best practices within Office 365 environments, including data encryption and configuration of advanced security features.
• Utilize PowerShell scripting to automate administrative tasks, manage Office 365 services, and integrate with Microsoft Graph API.
• Support app developers and users in the usage of Power Platform components including Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Power Virtual Agents.
• Develop governance policies and implement Center of Excellence (COE).
• Demonstrate expertise in Microsoft Intune for cloud-based mobile device management (MDM) and mobile application management (MAM).
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including methods of procedure, SOPs, and technical diagrams.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience with a Bachelor's; 4 years of experience with a Master's.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office 365 including but not limited to:
  • Exchange Online (email and calendaring)
  • SharePoint Online (document management and collaboration)
  • Microsoft Teams (chat, meetings, and collaboration)
  • OneDrive for Business (file storage and sharing)
  • User and group management
  • License assignment and management
  • Security and compliance settings
  • Service health monitoring and troubleshooting
• Strong demonstrated experience in:
  • Identity Management:
    • Azure Active Directory (AAD) integration with Office 365
    • Single Sign-On (SSO) configurations using AAD or third-party identity providers
    • Directory synchronization using Azure AD Connect or similar tools
    • Multi-factor authentication (MFA) and conditional access policies
  • Microsoft Defender & Purview:
    • Security best practices for securing Office 365 environments
    • Data encryption and protection mechanisms
    • Compliance features such as retention policies, legal hold, and audit logging
    • Configuration of advanced features such as Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Information Rights Management (IRM), and eDiscovery.
  • Microsoft Power Platform, including support of custom business applications, workflows, and reports using:
    • Power Apps
    • Power Automate
    • Power BI
    • Power Virtual Agents
  • Automation and Scripting (PowerShell):
    • PowerShell cmdlets for Office 365 administration
    • Scripting tasks such as user provisioning, license management, and configuration changes
    • Integration with Microsoft Graph API for programmatic access to Office 365 data and services
  • Intune, including managing and securing mobile devices, enforcing policies, deploying applications, and protecting corporate data on devices.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong communication skills with willingness to collaborate with cross-functional departments and teams.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree in IT, or a related field.
• Microsoft O365 Certification.

Education/Certification Required

• 6+ years' experience in a similar role. Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship or have been a permanent resident for more than 3 years.
• Must be able to achieve a Public Trust clearance/position of trust.