Senior Office 365 and Messaging Architect

MHP - Mieschke Hofmann und Partner Gesellschaft für Management- und IT-Beratung mbH; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that specializes in management and IT consulting, where you will architect and manage Office 365 environments, lead migration projects, and ensure compliance with organizational standards. This role demands expertise in Exchange administration and hybrid environments, along with advanced skills in PowerShell scripting and technical documentation. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop scalable solutions while enhancing user experiences through effective email client configurations. If you are passionate about technology and eager to shape the future, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Exchange administration and architecture.
• Microsoft Messaging Administrator Associate certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Architect and manage the Office 365 environment and lead migration projects.
• Design and implement compliance policies and optimize data management.

Skills

Exchange Administration

Office 365 Management

PowerShell Scripting

Technical Documentation

DLP Policies

Data Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft Exchange

Microsoft Azure

Power BI

Proofpoint

Enow

Job description

Tasks

• Architect and Manage the Office 365 environment at L4 level, leveraging deep knowledge of Exchange servers and their roles.
• Lead Migration Projects to Exchange Online (EXO), developing and implementing migration strategies and plans.
• Design and Implement tagging, retention, and deletion policies, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
• Create and Oversee archival policies for EXO online, optimizing data management and retrieval processes.
• Analyze and Optimize Mail Flow in Exchange/O365 hybrid environments, ensuring efficiency and reliability.
• Architect O365 Mail Filtering Solutions and hygiene protocols, managing Microsoft Exchange Edge server and Active Directory integration.
• Develop Understanding of available recipient types in O365, along with expertise in SSO with O365 and ADFS.
• Advise on Email Client Configuration, including Microsoft Outlook, MS Teams, and OWA, to enhance user experience.
• Implement and Recommend DLP policies and transport rules, continuously assessing and improving online archiving solutions.
• Design Email Protection Frameworks to mitigate risks from fraud and threats, ensuring secure email relay mechanisms.
• Manage Mailbox Legal Hold and Restore processes, ensuring compliance with legal requests and facilitating data retrieval as needed.
• Oversee Troubleshooting and configuration of anti-spam measures, SPF, DMARC, DKIM, and client connectivity.
• Serve as the Highest Escalation Point for support and troubleshooting, efficiently resolving complex issues and addressing relevant tickets.
• Analyze Customer Requirements to evaluate design and technology alternatives, proposing innovative solutions.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams and vendors to develop and implement scalable solutions that meet evolving business needs.
• Facilitate Technical Discussions with stakeholders, including customers and technical SMEs, to drive alignment and understanding.
• Architect and Manage Comprehensive Migration Plans, ensuring smooth transitions to cloud environments.
• Utilize Power BI to create insightful reporting dashboards for Azure and O365 objects, providing stakeholders with key metrics and insights.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or other relevant field of study.
• Relevant experience may substitute for formal educational requirements.

Experience:

• 8+ Years of Experience in Exchange administration and architecture.
• Microsoft Messaging Administrator Associate (MS-203) certification.
• Expertise in Microsoft Azure, Office 365, and hybrid Exchange environments, including Proofpoint and Enow.
• Real-World Experience managing Exchange hybrid environments and implementing DLP, retention, and archival policies.
• Strong Skills in Developing and Maintaining Technical Documentation related to architecture and processes.
• Advanced Proficiency in Windows PowerShell Scripting for automation and reporting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Microsoft Compliance Certifications.
• Senior Microsoft Azure Certification.
• Microsoft Enterprise Administrator Expert (MS-101) certification.
• Advanced Knowledge of Power Apps and Automation Tools.

Percentage of required travel: up to 10%

Physical requirements:

• This job operates in an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, cameras, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to talk, hear, walk, sit, stand, climb stairs on occasion with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to effectively work and complete tasks in an open office/noisy environment.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time while traveling in a car or airplane.

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with MHP Americas, Inc. (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), or any other non-immigrant status).

At a Glance

Porsche is an equal opportunity employer and we take pride in our diversity. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Porsche will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Porsche does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, registered domestic partner status, family and medical leave status, military status, criminal conviction history, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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Contact

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