M365 Architect/Engineer

CBSbutler Ltd.; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A technical consultancy firm is seeking an experienced Microsoft 365 Architect/Engineer for a hybrid role based in the UK. The ideal candidate will have a mix of strategy and hands-on delivery skills, with proven experience in Microsoft 365 environments and mandatory SC clearance. The role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing M365 solutions to enhance organizational collaboration and communication.

Qualifications

• Mandatory SC Clearance.
• Experience with large-scale Microsoft 365 environments.
• Knowledge of Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, and Intune.
• Understanding of Azure AD and hybrid configurations.
• Experience with governance and compliance frameworks.
• Ability in PowerShell scripting.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Microsoft 365 solutions.
• Act as a technical authority for M365.
• Lead migrations, upgrades, and integrations.
• Provide escalation-level support.
• Develop governance and security policies.
• Automate tasks using PowerShell.
• Produce technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

SC Clearance

Microsoft 365 environments experience

Exchange Online

SharePoint Online

Microsoft Teams

Intune

Azure AD

PowerShell scripting

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

M365 Architect/Engineers x 2

+ 6-9 month initial contracts

+ Up to £615 per day Inside IR35

+ Hybrid working from Berkshire or Yorkshire

+ SC Cleared role

About the Role

We're seeking a Microsoft 365 Architect / Engineer with the rare mix of strategy and hands-on delivery. You'll design, implement, and optimise secure M365 solutions that underpin collaboration, communication, and productivity across the organisation. This role demands someone equally comfortable drawing up architecture roadmaps as they are diving into the admin centre or PowerShell to make it happen.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement Microsoft 365 solutions, covering Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, Intune, and security/compliance features.
• Act as a technical authority for M365, shaping strategy and standards.
• Lead and deliver migrations, upgrades, and integrations (e.g., Exchange, SharePoint, Teams voice).
• Provide escalation-level support for complex incidents and performance issues.
• Develop governance, compliance, and security policies aligned to business and regulatory requirements.
• Automate administration and deployment tasks using PowerShell and modern management tools.
• Produce technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and best practice guides.
• Work closely with security, networking, and infrastructure teams to ensure a cohesive approach.

Essential Skills & Experience

• SC Clearance - mandatory.
• Proven experience delivering and supporting large-scale Microsoft 365 environments.
• Strong knowledge of Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Microsoft Teams, and Intune.
• Deep understanding of Azure AD, identity and access management, and hybrid configurations.
• Experience designing and implementing governance, security, and compliance frameworks.
• Hands-on ability with PowerShell scripting and automation.
• Excellent communication skills to bridge technical and business discussions.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with the Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate, Power BI).
• Exposure to Microsoft Defender suite (Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365).
• Voice/telephony integration with Teams.
• Previous work in high-security or government environments.