Indigo Beam Consulting · 22 hours ago
Senior Systems Engineer, M365
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
7+ years expIndigo Beam Consulting is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer, M365, who will be responsible for designing, administering, and optimizing the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. The role requires collaboration with IT teams and stakeholders to ensure the performance and security of Microsoft 365 services while driving innovation and supporting digital transformation initiatives.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain Microsoft 365 solutions, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and other M365 collaboration services
Oversee the health, performance, and scalability of M365 systems, ensuring optimal end-user experience
Administer email systems, including mail flow, distribution groups, shared mailboxes, and email security (e.g., Defender, DKIM, SPF, DMARC)
Lead configuration and management of Microsoft 365 security & compliance tools (eDiscovery, Data Loss Prevention, Retention, Litigation Hold)
Manage M365 licensing, subscriptions, and service feature rollouts
Administer Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), Entra Connect, and hybrid identity environments
Configure and manage Conditional Access, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
Automate identity lifecycle processes (user provisioning, access assignments, offboarding) using PowerShell and Azure Automation
Support and maintain hybrid identity synchronization (Entra Connect) and federated authentication
Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts and automation workflows for system administration, user lifecycle management, and reporting
Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles where applicable to manage cloud resources efficiently
Drive efficiency improvements across the M365 platform through process automation and configuration optimization
Enhance the Microsoft Teams and SharePoint Online user experience through governance, configuration, and customization
Support the adoption and optimization of collaborative tools within M365 to streamline workflows and improve user productivity
Implement security best practices within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, including role-based access controls, email threat protection, and data governance policies
Collaborate with cybersecurity and compliance teams to maintain M365 security posture and ensure regulatory compliance (e.g., SOX)
Assist with internal and external audits related to M365, identity management, and access controls
Administer Microsoft 365 backup and recovery solutions to ensure data protection and business continuity
Develop recovery procedures and ensure M365 services align with disaster recovery requirements
Work alongside IT infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver integrated cloud solutions
Mentor junior team members and serve as a technical escalation point for Microsoft 365-related issues
Engage with Microsoft Premier Support and third-party vendors to resolve platform-specific incidents and optimize services
Qualification
Required
7+ years of IT experience, with at least 4 years of hands-on experience administering and engineering Microsoft 365 platforms and hybrid cloud environments
Deep expertise in Microsoft 365 services: Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Security & Compliance
Strong understanding of Active Directory (On-Prem), Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), hybrid identity synchronization (Entra Connect), and authentication protocols
Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and automation for M365 administration
Experience with email security standards (SPF, DKIM, DMARC) and Microsoft Defender
Familiarity with Microsoft 365 compliance tools (eDiscovery, Retention, DLP) and SOX-related IT controls
Knowledge of network protocols and concepts as they relate to cloud services (DNS, TCP/IP, VPN)
Company
Indigo Beam Consulting
Indigo Beam Consulting represents a common sense approach to solving business problems through technology.
51-200 employees
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