Solutions Architect

Key Responsibilities:

1. Active Directory (On-Prem) / Azure AD (On-Cloud):

• Manage and maintain Active Directory and Azure AD environments.
• Integrate third-party applications such as Success Factor and Salesforce.
• Ensure secure and efficient user authentication and authorization. Manage user accounts, groups, and security policies.

1. DNS Management:

• Oversee internal and public DNS configurations.
• Ensure DNS reliability and security across the organization.

1. SSL Certificates:

• Manage the procurement, installation, and renewal of SSL certificates.
• Ensure secure communication channels for all web services.

1. Microsoft Exchange 2019 / Exchange Online:

• Manage and maintain Exchange On-Premises environments.
• Manage and maintain Exchange Online environments.
• Ensure email security, availability, and performance.

1. Microsoft Office 365 Workloads Administration:

• Design and architect Microsoft 365 communication solutions including Teams, Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Power Platform
• Develop hybrid and cloud-native collaboration architectures supporting 5,000+ users
• Create technical roadmaps for digital workplace transformation initiatives
• Manage Office 365 workloads including Teams, OneDrive, Exchange Online, and Enterprise Mobility + Security (EMS), SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Power Platform environments
• Ensure compliance with regular updates and feature rollouts.
• Advanced PowerShell scripting for automation and bulk operations
• Microsoft Graph API integration for custom solutions
• Establish Microsoft Teams governance policies and lifecycle management
• Implement data loss prevention and compliance policies
• Design and deploy Microsoft Purview for information governance
• Configure Teams policies, meeting settings, and calling policies

1. Cloud Data Center Management:

• Manage the cloud data center setup in Azure.
• Oversee tenant management for peripheral systems.

1. SFTP Server:

• Manage and maintain the SFTP server for secure file transfers.

1. Anti-Spam Solutions:

• Oversee the implementation and management of anti-spam solutions like Xwall, exchange online defender.

1. Hybrid Audio/Visual Solutions:

• Manage the setup and maintenance of video conferencing solutions for small to medium meeting rooms and boardrooms.
• Ensure high-quality audio and visual experiences for all meetings.
• Experience with Microsoft Teams Rooms, Surface Hub, and collaboration hardware, Zoom rooms, Zoom

Qualifications:

• Education:

  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, MCSE) are desirable.

• Experience:

  Minimum of 12-15 years of experience in IT infrastructure management, with a focus on Microsoft technologies and cloud services.

• Certifications:

• Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Messaging Administrator Associate
• Microsoft 365 messaging administrators manage a secure, efficient, and effective email collaboration platform using Microsoft Exchange Online and Microsoft 365.
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Information Protection and Compliance Administrator Associate

• Skills:

• Expertise in Active Directory and Azure AD management.
• Proficiency in DNS configuration, SSL certificate management, and Exchange administration.
• Experience with Microsoft Teams, and Office 365.
• Knowledge of Azure cloud data center setup and management.
• Experience with SFTP server management and anti-spam solutions.
• Ability to manage and configure hybrid audio/visual solutions.

Additional Requirements:

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in managing transitions and upgrades in a dynamic IT environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.