Senior Microsoft 365 & Azure Cloud Engineer

PowerGrid Services is seeking a Senior Microsoft 365 & Azure Cloud Engineer to lead its cloud environment and support enterprise IT operations. The role focuses on tenant-to-tenant migrations for mergers and acquisitions, Azure and Microsoft 365 administration, security and identity management, automation, and Tier 2/3 infrastructure support.

Responsibilities:

• Architect, plan, and execute end-to-end M&A tenant migration strategies across Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams) and Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD)
• Consolidate and streamline disparate Azure subscription models, cloud workloads, and virtual networks postacquisition
• Manage domain cutovers, MX record transitions, identity synchronization setups (Entra Connect / Cloud Sync), and cross-tenant coexistence policies (Coexistence/GALsync)
• Deploy and manage third-party and native migration tooling (e.g., Quest On Demand, BitTitan MigrationWiz, ShareGate, or Microsoft Cross-Tenant tools)
• Establish migration runbooks, cutover schedules, and fallback plans to eliminate business downtime during cutovers
• Administer and optimize core Azure services (Virtual Machines, App Services, VNETs, Azure SQL, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateways)
• Configure and enforce M365 security posture: Conditional Access policies, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Entra ID Governance, and Defender for Cloud / Office 365
• Oversee M365 tenant governance, license optimization, Microsoft Intune endpoint management, and AutoPilot deployment profiles
• Drive automation across administrative workflows using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / Bicep)
• Function as an escalation point (Tier 2/3) for complex enterprise issues across network, cloud services, active directory, and application stacks
• Maintain hybrid Active Directory environments, Group Policy Objects (GPO), and foundational networking protocols (DNS, DHCP, VPN)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate SaaS platforms, line-of-business applications, and security tools
• Maintain accurate infrastructure documentation, architectural diagrams, and continuous M&A operational playbooks

Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience administering M365 and Azure enterprise environments, including at least 2+ years leading hands-on M&A tenant-to-tenant migrations
• M365 & Cloud Ecosystem: Deep operational expertise in Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive for Business, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Entra ID
• Migration Expertise: Proven record using migration suites such as Quest, BitTitan MigrationWiz, ShareGate, or native Microsoft Cross-Tenant Mailbox/OneDrive/Domain migration capabilities
• Networking & Identity: Comprehensive understanding of DNS configuration, SAML 2.0, OAuth, Single Sign-On (SSO), MFA, Conditional Access, and hybrid Directory topologies
• Automation: Advanced proficiency in PowerShell scripting for environment discovery, bulk user/data operations, and API-driven reporting
• General IT Knowledge: Versatile technical capability spanning Windows/macOS endpoints, network infrastructure, and general IT service management best practices
• AZ-104: Azure Administrator MS-102: M365 Administrator Expert SC-300: Identity & Access Admin
• Experience using Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Bicep, or Ansible) in Azure environments
• Familiarity with ITIL framework and agile project management concepts