System Administrator​/MS Cloud Engineer

Join AZAD as a System Administrator – Microsoft Cloud Engineer and provide support to Unified Communications within the IT department at the facility. This position supports Enterprise Messaging and cloud communications through Exchange Online, M365 for Government, Exchange Online Protection, Teams for Government, One Drive for Government, Microsoft Entra , Microsoft Defender XDR, and Microsoft Purview. The Cloud System Administrator 3 provides service support for JNPCs cloud-based Exchange Online, M365 for Government, Teams for Government, Microsoft Entra , Microsoft Defender XDR, and Microsoft Purview, as well as messaging system support to facilitate sustainable, stable and secure enterprise, on-prem level servers including backup recovery, performance tuning, upgrades/patches, maintenance, troubleshooting, archiving, and litigation hold and e-discovery support.

The Cloud System Administrator 3 performs a variety of work related to administrating and supporting the Unified Communications team. This is a 2 year plus consultant position with high probability of long term and ongoing continued employment. This position is full time remote but must reside in in Washington, Oregon, Montana or Idaho. The hourly pay rate range for this position is $60.00 – $64.00 depending on related qualifications and experience, as well as composition of selected compensation package.

The Ideal Candidate Must Possess The Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor’s degree in Information/Computer Technology (or related technical field) is preferred.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information/Computer Technology (or related technical field) is preferred.
• With an applicable Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, 8 years of experience is required.
• Without an applicable degree, 10 years of experience is required.
• Experience must include direct work experience in Information Technology performing cloud-based system & service administration.
• 2 years of experience with scripting skills sufficient to maintain Exchange Online, Entra , and M365 environments.
• 5 years of experience troubleshooting hybrid and cloud-based system level problems.
• Ability to interpret architecture and design configurations from vendors or other teams to enable clear implementation standards and guidelines.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License/Real  required.

• Experience with implementation of Teams Phone/Calling: sip trunk, Direct Routing and Session Border Control knowledge.
• Experience with managing and maintaining Microsoft cloud-based technologies.
• Experience working with Simple Mail Transport Protocol (SMTP) filtration system or Email Filtration/E-mail protection technology.
• Experience with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Certificate Authority.
• Experience with High Availability Technologies.
• Experience working in a large production environment.

AZAD is looking for bright, talented, flexible, and customer centric problem solvers who enjoy the challenges associated with solving the most complex problems by utilizing the most sophisticated technologies and strong people skills.

Founded and managed by technologists and engineers, AZAD is a leading provider of Consulting Services to Fortune 500 and innovative firms since 1992.

AZAD’s model provides a unique employment experience that is career path focused, relationship based and dedicated to advocacy and retention with an average tenure of 9 years.

Our collaborative approach to support our clients, projects and supporting our employees’ career paths are the keys to our success. Join AZAD’s professional team and enhance your career by being engaged with some of the most interesting projects in the Pacific Northwest.

If you enjoy working in such an environment, we encourage you to apply.

EXCELLENT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS including Co-paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Cafeteria Plan, Paid Sick Leave, 401K Plan, Credit Union Membership, and Referral Bonus.

U.S. Citizens only for Federal Clearance Requirement.

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