Manager, Cloud Infrastructure Admin

* Description*

We are seeking a Manager for Cloud Infrastructure. This individual will manage the Cloud, Identity, & Infrastructure Administrator to lead the design, administration, security, and operational continuity of our Microsoft cloud and hybrid infrastructure environment. This role owns Microsoft 365, Entra  (Azure AD), Azure infrastructure operations, and serves as the escalation point for hybrid identity, network, and security operations.

• Microsoft 365 & Identity
  • Administer and optimize Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, One Drive, Teams, and Intune
  • Own Entra  (Azure AD): identity lifecycle management, Conditional Access, MFA, PIM, RBAC, and privileged access governance
  • Implement and maintain Zero Trust security principles
  • Manage hybrid identity (AAD Connect / Cloud Sync if applicable)
• Cloud Infrastructure (Azure)
  • Design, deploy, and manage Azure resources (VMs, VNets, storage, Azure Backup)
  • Serve as escalation point for hybrid infrastructure including on‑prem servers, virtualization, and network services
  • Oversee core networking concepts and operations including firewalls, VPNs, DNS, DHCP, and site connectivity (direct or via vendors/MSPs)
  • Monitor performance, availability, and cost optimization
  • Implement disaster recovery and business continuity solutions
  • Support hybrid and cloud‑only architectures
• Security & Compliance
  • Enforce security baselines and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, CMMC, ISO, SOC 2 where applicable)
  • Configure and manage Microsoft Defender (Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Cloud Apps)
  • Manage and own DLP, retention policies, eDiscovery configurations, and audit logging
  • Respond to security incidents and lead remediation efforts
  • Coordinate security response with leadership, vendors, and external partners as required
• Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
  • Own disaster recovery and business continuity planning for cloud and hybrid environments
  • Ensure backup coverage for Azure and Microsoft 365 workloads
  • Perform and document periodic recovery testing and validation
• Endpoint & Device Management
  • Manage endpoints using Intune / Endpoint Manager
  • Implement device compliance, application deployment, and patching
  • Support Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices
• Automation & Operations
  • Automate administrative tasks using Power Shell
  • Maintain documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures
  • Act as escalation point for complex technical issues
  • Collaborate with security, networking, and application teams
• Leadership & Mentorship
  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior administrators
  • Contribute to architectural decisions and roadmap planning
  • Evaluate new Microsoft cloud features and make adoption recommendations

• Entra , Azure, IT infra

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of IT infrastructure or systems administration experience
• 4+ years managing Microsoft 365 in an enterprise environment
• Strong hands‑on experience with Entra , Exchange Online, Intune
• Solid understanding of Azure IaaS and core networking concepts
• Advanced Power Shell scripting skills
• Deep knowledge of identity, access management, and cloud security
• Experience supporting hybrid environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft certifications (e.g., MS‑102, AZ‑104, SC‑300, SC‑100)
• Experience with compliance frameworks (CMMC, NIST 800‑171, CIS) a plus
• Experience with third‑party SaaS integrations and SSO
• Experience with SIEM/logging platforms (e.g., Log
  360)
• Exposure to tenant consolidation, M&A, or large‑scale migrations

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Ability to prioritize and work independently
• Calm and effective during incidents and outages
• Willingness to participate in after‑hours incident response when required

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Madison, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $70.00 – $80.00/hr.

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