Exchange & Cloud Engineer/Architect

LMK Resources Ltd.; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 1,800,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

LMK Resources Ltd. in Islamabad seeks an experienced Exchange & Cloud Architect to manage a hybrid Exchange Server 2019 on-prem and Microsoft 365 Exchange Online.

The role leads Exchange 2019 to Office 365 migration initiatives and supports broader cloud, server, virtualization, security, and backup operations. You will administer the hybrid environment, plan migrations, manage identity (Entra ID, Azure AD Connect, AD), oversee Windows and Linux servers and Hyper‑V, implement security and DR

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in Microsoft messaging, infrastructure, and cloud technologies.
• Hands‑on experience with Exchange Server 2019 administration and Exchange Hybrid deployments.
• Proven experience leading Exchange 2019 to Microsoft 365 / Office 365 migration projects.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain the hybrid Exchange environment, ensuring seamless integration between on-premises Exchange 2019 and Exchange Online
• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of Exchange 2019 to Microsoft 365 migration projects
• Manage identity and directory services, including Microsoft Entra ID, Azure AD Connect, and Active Directory
• Oversee Windows Server, Linux Server, and Hyper‑V virtualization environments
• Implement and maintain email security, SSL/TLS, WAF, and backup/disaster recovery protocols
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and maintain accurate technical documentation
• Support broader cloud initiatives across Microsoft Azure, with working knowledge of AWS and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align infrastructure decisions with business and security requirements

Skills

Exchange 2019

Exchange Online

Hybrid Exchange

Microsoft 365 Admin

Azure AD Connect

Active Directory

Hyper-V

Windows Server

Linux Server

Email Security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT

Tools

Entra ID

AD Connect

Job description

Role Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Exchange & Cloud Architect to manage, secure, and optimize a hybrid messaging environment comprising Exchange Server 2019 on-premises and Microsoft 365 Exchange Online. The role will lead Exchange 2019 to Office 365 migration initiatives and support broader cloud, server, virtualization, security, and backup operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain the hybrid Exchange environment, ensuring seamless integration between on-premises Exchange 2019 and Exchange Online
• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of Exchange 2019 to Microsoft 365 migration projects
• Manage identity and directory services, including Microsoft Entra ID, Azure AD Connect, and Active Directory
• Oversee Windows Server, Linux Server, and Hyper‑V virtualization environments
• Implement and maintain email security, SSL/TLS, WAF, and backup/disaster recovery protocols
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and maintain accurate technical documentation
• Support broader cloud initiatives across Microsoft Azure, with working knowledge of AWS and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align infrastructure decisions with business and security requirements

Required Technical Skills:

Messaging & Microsoft 365

• Exchange Server 2019, Exchange Online, Hybrid Exchange, Microsoft 365 Administration

Identity & Directory

• Microsoft Entra ID, Azure AD Connect, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP

Cloud Platforms

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure; awareness of AWS and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Servers & Virtualization

• Windows Server, Linux Server Administration, Hyper‑V

Security & Continuity

• WAF, email security, SSL/TLS, backup and recovery, disaster recovery planning

Migration & Operations

• Cloud migration planning, mailbox migration, troubleshooting, monitoring, documentation

Required Experience:

• 5–7 years of experience in Microsoft messaging, infrastructure, and cloud technologies
• Hands‑on experience with Exchange Server 2019 administration and Exchange Hybrid deployments
• Proven experience leading Exchange 2019 to Microsoft 365 / Office 365 migration projects

Preferred Certifications:

• Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert (MS-102)
• Exchange Online Administrator or equivalent messaging certification

Microsoft Azure

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)

Windows / Hybrid Infrastructure

• Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ-800/AZ-801)
• Hyper‑V Administration certification (preferred)

Cloud Platforms

• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or Solutions Architect Associate
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations Associate

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Relevant Microsoft, cloud, infrastructure, and security certifications will be considered an added advantage

Key Competencies:

• Exchange architecture and operations
• Microsoft 365 and cloud migration expertise
• Hybrid infrastructure and security management
• Troubleshooting and incident resolution
• Technical documentation and stakeholder communication