Microsoft System Administrator

netPolarity, Inc. (Saicon Consultants, Inc.) • San Jose, CA, US • $65 - $80 / hour • 2w ago

Microsoft Administrator - implementation, management, migration and support of an organization's Microsoft 365 and Active Directory environments, ensuring optimal performance, security, and user access.

Key Responsibilities

User and Identity Management: Administer the lifecycle of user accounts, groups, and licenses in both on-premises Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD). This includes provisioning, deactivation, password management, and role assignment.
Security and Compliance: Implement and maintain security measures such as multi-factor authentication (MFA), Conditional Access policies, and data loss prevention (DLP). Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements regarding data security and privacy.
System Maintenance and Monitoring: Monitor the health, performance, and usage of Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive) and the Active Directory infrastructure.
Technical Support and Troubleshooting: Provide technical support for M365 and AD-related issues, troubleshooting authentication problems, and resolving client-side issues.
Automation and Scripting: Utilize PowerShell or other automation tools to streamline administrative tasks and improve efficiency.
Collaboration and Integration: Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate M365 and AD services with other business applications and systems. Manage Azure AD Connect for directory synchronization between on-premises AD and Azure AD.
Documentation and Training: Develop and maintain technical documentation for configurations, procedures, and user guides. Provide training and support to end-users on new features and best practices.
Migration: Design and implement solutions to migrate different email servers/mailboxes (Exchange, G-Suite, Thunderbird) to the organization 0365 env, support TEAMS migrations, SharePoint and OneDrive, maintain reliable backup and recovery processes for directory data and M365 content (e.g., SharePoint, Exchange Online).

Qualifications and Skills

Experience: Proven experience in managing and supporting Microsoft 365, Azure AD, and on-premises Active Directory environments.
Technical Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of Microsoft 365 architecture, Windows Server operating systems, networking concepts (DNS, TCP/IP), and cloud security principles.
Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex technical issues promptly.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Certifications: Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Administrator Expert, Azure Administrator Associate, Identity and Access Administrator Associate) are often preferred.
Automation: Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for task automation.

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