Principal Modern Workplace Migration Engineer ( L3)

Crescentia Infotech; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 12,00,000 - 18,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech solutions provider in Ernakulam is seeking a Modern Workplace Migration Specialist (L3) to architect and lead Microsoft 365 modernization projects. The role focuses on enterprise-scale migrations, ensuring compliance and security, and mentoring L1/L2 engineers. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in Microsoft 365 and a strong background in deployment strategies. This position offers a chance to shape modern workplace solutions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Microsoft 365 migrations & modernization experience.
• Proven expertise in enterprise-scale Microsoft 365 deployments.
• Strong understanding of security compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Architect end-to-end design and delivery of Microsoft 365 projects.
• Lead large-scale migrations and oversee hybrid Exchange deployments.
• Define governance for SharePoint Online and Teams.

Skills

Microsoft 365 migrations

Enterprise-scale deployments

Zero Trust Security

Leadership

Documentation

Education

Relevant certifications (MS-203, MD-102)

Tools

Microsoft Purview

Microsoft Defender

Intune

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly experienced Modern Workplace Migration Specialist (L3) to lead end-to-end design, strategy, and delivery of Microsoft 365 modernization projects. This role will cover email, collaboration, endpoint management, security, and compliance across the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, with a strong emphasis on enterprise-scale migrations, hybrid deployments, governance, and regulatory compliance.

As an L3 expert, you will act as the technical authority and solution owner, guiding L1/L2 engineers, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring seamless adoption of modern workplace solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and lead large-scale migrations (on-prem Exchange EXO, Gmail/IMAP EXO, file servers SharePoint/OneDrive).
• Oversee hybrid Exchange deployments, advanced transport rules, journaling, and archival strategies.
• Design governance for SharePoint Online (hub sites, multi-geo, permissions, retention, DLP, IRM).
• Define and enforce Teams governance, lifecycle policies, and compliance recording.
• Lead integration of Teams voice/Direct Routing/SBCs/Teams Rooms into enterprise environments.
• Define and implement Intune architecture (compliance, conditional access, Autopilot, app protection).
• Establish Zero Trust security baselines (CIS benchmarks, security defaults, PIM).
• Provide strategic oversight of device lifecycle management and adoption.
• Architect enterprise-wide Microsoft Purview solutions (DLP, Insider Risk, eDiscovery, Records Management).
• Lead compliance frameworks (SAMA, CBB, NCA, GDPR, CCC/CCC+).
• Deploy and optimize Microsoft Defender XDR, Defender for Identity, Defender for Cloud Apps.
• Conduct compliance assessments, audit readiness, and regulatory alignment.
• Define migration roadmaps, cutover strategies, and coexistence approaches.
• Lead change management and adoption programs for Microsoft 365 workloads.
• Optimize Microsoft licensing costs and usage.
• Mentor and guide L1/L2 engineers, act as escalation point for complex issues.
• Represent the organization in audit/regulatory discussions with external bodies.

Required Skills & Experience

• 812 years of overall IT experience with 5+ years in Microsoft 365 migrations & modernization.
• Proven expertise in enterprise-scale Microsoft 365 deployments (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Intune).
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance (Purview, Defender, Conditional Access).
• Strong understanding of Zero Trust, identity protection, and regulatory frameworks (SAMA, CBB, NCA, GDPR, ISO).
• Demonstrated ability to design architectures, lead cross-functional teams, and engage with executives & regulators.
• Excellent leadership, documentation, and communication skills.

Certifications (Preferred)

• Core: MS-203 (Messaging Administrator), MD-102 (Endpoint Administrator), MS-700 (Teams Administrator)
• Security & Compliance: SC-300, SC-400, SC-100
• Architecture: AZ-305 (Azure Solutions Architect Expert)
• Additional: ITIL, ISO/Compliance certifications (advantageous)