Microsoft 365 Engineer – Job Description
Experience : 10+
Location : VA
Role Overview
A Microsoft 365 Engineer designs, implements, and manages Microsoft 365 services including email, collaboration tools, security, and identity management. The role ensures reliable operation, security, and optimization of the Microsoft 365 environment.
The engineer works closely with IT teams to support users and maintain cloud infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
1. Microsoft 365 Administration
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Manage and support Microsoft 365 tenant and services
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Administer Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint Online, and OneDrive
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Configure user accounts, licenses, and groups
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Monitor service health and resolve issues
2. Identity & Access Management
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Manage identity services using Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD)
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Configure Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
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Implement Conditional Access policies
3. Security & Compliance
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Configure security policies using Microsoft Defender for Office 365
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Manage compliance tools like Microsoft Purview
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Implement data protection and threat protection policies
4. Migration & Deployment
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Plan and execute migrations to Microsoft 365
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Migrate mailboxes from on-premises Microsoft Exchange Server to Exchange Online
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Support hybrid environments with Microsoft Azure
5. Collaboration Tools Management
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Manage Teams policies and governance
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Maintain SharePoint sites and permissions
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Support collaboration tools and user productivity
6. Automation & Scripting
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Automate administrative tasks using PowerShell
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Create scripts for user provisioning, reporting, and maintenance
Required Skills
Technical Skills
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Microsoft 365 administration
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Exchange Online
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Microsoft Teams
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SharePoint Online
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Azure AD / Entra ID
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PowerShell scripting
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Identity and security management
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Email security and compliance
Soft Skills
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Troubleshooting and problem solving
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Communication with IT teams and users
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Documentation and process improvement