Exchange O365 Messaging Architect

Cynet Systems Inc; Englewood (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an architect-level O365 Subject Matter Expert (SME) to oversee the strategic planning and architectural design of Office 365 environments. The ideal candidate will handle deployments, migrations, and ensure compliance with security standards while optimizing performance. This role requires collaboration with stakeholders and a proactive approach to continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience with security audits and compliance standards.
• Hands-on experience with Office 365 services and tools.
• Ability to design scalable architectures.

Responsibilities

• Architecting Office 365 environments and migration strategies.
• Overseeing deployment and migration processes.
• Providing user support and developing training programs.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Scripting

Security Management

Performance Optimization

Tools

PowerShell

Power BI

Azure Migrate

ShareGate

BitTitan

ODFB

Teams

EXO

SPOL

Job description

Job Description:

Pay Range: $60/hr - $65/hr

Strategic Planning and Design:

• An architect-level O365 SME is responsible for strategic planning and architectural design of Office 365 environments, focusing on technical requirements and enterprise objectives.

Key Technical Activities Include:

• Conducting needs analysis, system audits, and gap assessments.
• Designing scalable, high-availability Office 365 architectures with multi-geo capabilities.
• Handling large environments and multitenant/hybrid configurations.
• Scripting with PowerShell for automation.
• Hands-on experience with ODFB, Teams, EXO, and SPOL.
• Developing deployment roadmaps, including hybrid and multi-cloud strategies.
• Ensuring architecture aligns with ITIL and compliance standards.

Deployment and Migration:

• Overseeing deployment and migration processes.
• Architecting migration strategies using MS Native tools, Azure Migrate, ShareGate, and BitTitan.
• Configuring Office 365 services like Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, and OneDrive.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborating effectively with stakeholders.
• Bridging technical teams, management, and end-users.
• Partnering with vendors and cloud providers.
• Communicating project updates and milestones.
• Integrating Office 365 with other enterprise systems.
• Supporting digital transformation initiatives.

Security and Compliance:

• Implementing security measures and policies.
• Managing conditional access, identity protection, ATP, Defender, and DLP.
• Ensuring compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA.
• Conducting security audits and risk assessments.
• Experience with Proofpoint is preferred.

Performance Optimization:

• Monitoring and tuning Office 365 environments.
• Using Power BI and Admin Center for analytics.
• Implementing network and resource optimizations.
• Staying updated with Office 365 updates and best practices.

User Support and Training:

• Providing technical support and training.
• Developing training programs and workshops.
• Offering troubleshooting assistance.

Continuous Improvement and Innovation:

• Proactively seeking enhancements and future-proofing solutions.
• Keeping abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Pursuing certifications and professional development.
• Implementing innovative solutions and fostering a culture of learning.