Job Description :
Position: Microsoft Exchange Administrator
Location: Johnston, RI
Duration: 6 month Contract to Hire
Summary:This position in the Infrastructure Operations & Support team is primarily responsible for providing Senior level messaging administration/support along with assisting with Windows Server environment administration on an as needed basis. Job functions include support of the global Microsoft Office 365 Exchange hybrid email environment including public folders, anti-spam and email security solutions. The candidate will work closely with the end point infrastructure and infrastructure security teams in delivering secure solutions on a worldwide basis. For the Windows Server environment support, responsibilities include maintaining both Windows physical and virtual servers running 2012 and 2016 Operating Systems. Specific responsibilities could include software/hardware upgrades, vulnerability patching, data protection, performance monitoring/reporting and security compliance activities. This role includes rotating on-call and disaster recovery support.Required Qualifications:5+ years supporting MS Exchange Online, 2016, 2013 in an Enterprise environment Strong understanding of Microsoft Exchange/Office 365, Azure AD and other messaging technologies Demonstrated experience with Windows Server Operating systems – 2012 & 2016Strong understanding with Windows Server Technologies (VMWare)Experience with supporting Outlook, OWA and mobile messaging Knowledge in email whitelisting/blacklisting and spam filtering Microsoft security & compliance as well as eDiscoverySolid working knowledge of anti-virus software, disaster recovery technologies Desired Qualifications:BA Information Technology or a related field preferredProject management experience preferredPowerShell scripting skills strongly preferredMS Certifications preferred.