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Senior Microsoft 365 Specialist

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Austin, TX
Senior level
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Austin, TX
Senior level
Responsible for managing Microsoft 365 environments, deploying Intune, administering security products, ensuring compliance, and enhancing user productivity.
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Microsoft 365 Expert
We are seeking a seasoned Microsoft 365 expert with deep expertise in Intune and the Microsoft Defender suite of security products. This individual will play a key role in designing, implementing, and managing modern workplace solutions for multiple customer environments. The role requires strong technical proficiency, hands-on experience across M365 security and compliance tools, and the ability to operate as a trusted advisor in enterprise or MSP settings.

Key Responsibilities

  • Endpoint & Device Management
    • Deploy, configure, and manage Intune for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices.
    • Create and enforce compliance policies, conditional access rules, and app protection policies.
    • Drive zero-trust endpoint strategies and ensure seamless end-user experience.
  • Security & Threat Protection
    • Administer the Microsoft Defender suite (Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, and Cloud Apps).
    • Monitor and respond to security alerts, incidents, and vulnerabilities.
    • Implement and optimize threat protection, attack surface reduction, and advanced hunting policies.
  • Identity & Compliance
    • Configure and maintain Entra identity services (MFA, Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management).
    • Implement governance, risk, and compliance features (Purview, DLP, retention policies).
    • Ensure alignment with customer regulatory and compliance requirements.
  • Collaboration & Productivity
    • Manage core Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
    • Support migrations and tenant configurations in multi-tenant environments.
    • Provide proactive recommendations to optimize performance and user adoption.
  • Automation & Reporting
    • Use PowerShell and Graph API to automate common administrative tasks.
    • Develop reporting and dashboards for device compliance, security posture, and service health.
    • Document processes and produce knowledge articles for internal and customer use.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Experience: 4+ years hands-on managing Microsoft 365 production environments.
  • Certifications (one or more strongly preferred):
    • SC-300: Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator Associate
    • SC-100: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert OR SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst
    • MD-102 : Endpoint Administrator Associate
  • Skills:
    • Expert-level knowledge of Intune and Defender security products.
    • Strong Microsoft 365 skills across Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive.
    • Familiarity with Entra identity, Conditional Access, and MFA.
    • Strong PowerShell and automation experience.
  • Soft Skills: Exceptional problem-solving, customer-facing communication, and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in a Managed Services Provider (MSP) environment.
  • Background in designing and delivering security roadmaps for enterprise clients.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel, Purview, and compliance-driven solutions.
  • Experience with cross-tenant or hybrid identity/migration projects.

Benefits

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Professional growth and certification support.
  • Opportunities to design and manage security-driven modern workplace solutions.
  • A collaborative, customer-focused culture with exposure to diverse environments.

Top Skills

Conditional Access
Dlp
Entra
Exchange Online
Graph Api
Intune
Mfa
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Defender
Onedrive
Powershell
Sharepoint
Teams
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GCS Technologies Austin, Texas, USA Office

8701 North Mopac Expressway, Suite 155, Austin, TX, United States, 78759

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