O365 Exchange Administrator

RoleWe are seeking an experienced consultant to join our team as an O365 Exchange Administrator with strong Azure skills. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience managing and optimizing Microsoft 365 Exchange environments while leveraging Azure cloud services. This role requires a seasoned professional who can architect, implement, and maintain enterprise-level messaging and collaboration solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesExchange Online Administration- Maintain Exchange Online environments for the enterprise. - Manage mail flow, transport rules, and message hygiene policies - Handle mailbox migrations from on-premises Exchange or other email platforms - Troubleshoot complex messaging issues and provide tier-3 support - Implement and manage retention policies, litigation holds, and eDiscovery processes.Proofpoint Administration- Configure and manage Proofpoint Protection Server (PPS), Proofpoint on Demand (PoD), and SER (Secure Email Relay). - Manage Proofpoint TAP (Targeted Attack Protection) and URL Defense. - Manage data loss prevention (DLP) policies within Proofpoint. - Perform regular security reviews and optimize Proofpoint configurations. - Generate and analyze Proofpoint security reports and metrics.Azure Infrastructure Management- Design and implement Azure infrastructure solutions to support O365 services. - Configure Azure AD Connect for hybrid identity scenarios - Manage Entra, including conditional access policies and MFA - Implement Azure networking solutions for secure O365 connectivity - Monitor and optimize Azure resource utilization and costs - Configure Azure backup and disaster recovery solutions for O365 workloadsSecurity and Compliance- Implement security best practices for Exchange Online and Azure environments - Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements - Perform security assessments and vulnerability management - Document security configurations (Hardening) and maintain audit trailsAutomation and Infrastructure as Code- Develop automation scripts using PowerShell for O365 and Azure management - Create and maintain Infrastructure as Code templates using Ansible or Terraform - Implement CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments - Build reusable modules and playbooks for common administrative tasks - Document automation workflows and maintain version controlRequired QualificationsTechnical Experience- 5+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft O365 Exchange administration, Azure cloud services, and 3-5 years of experience with Proofpoint email security platform - 3+ years of experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Ansible or Terraform) - Strong proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation - Deep understanding of email security, anti-spam, and anti-malware solutionsTechnical Skills- Expert-level knowledge of Exchange Online architecture, PAM, and features - Proficiency in Azure services including Azure AD, Virtual Networks, and Storage - Advanced knowledge of Proofpoint email security solutions - Experience with Microsoft 365 security and compliance features - Strong understanding of DNS, SMTP, SPF, DKIM, and DMARC - Familiarity with monitoring tools and performance optimization - Knowledge of Microsoft Purview for data governance and compliance - Familiarity with other O365 workloads (SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive) - Knowledge of email archiving and journaling solutionsCertifications (Preferred)- Microsoft 365 Certified: Messaging Administrator Associate - Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate - Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity FundamentalsSoft Skills- Excellent communication, documentation abilities, and Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects - Team collaboration and knowledge sharing mindset. - Proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential issues.Consulting Responsibilities- Provide expert guidance on O365 and Azure best practices. - Lead knowledge transfer sessions with the desktop team. - Create detailed technical documentation and runbooks.