Microsoft 365 and Azure Cloud Solutions Architect

Microsoft 365 and Azure Cloud Solutions Architect

Microsoft 365 Architecture & Design:

Design and implement scalable Microsoft 365 solutions, encompassing both Office 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Teams) and Azure cloud services.

Lead cloud architecture planning and design for migrations, upgrades, and new deployments across the organization.

Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate functional requirements into technical solutions using Microsoft 365 services.

Define best practices for implementing Microsoft 365 workloads in hybrid or cloud-only environments.

Azure Infrastructure & Services:

Architect and implement solutions in Azure, including identity management (Azure AD), networking, storage, compute, and security configurations.

Design and manage Azure AD for seamless identity and access management across the enterprise.

Implement Azure governance frameworks, including policies, compliance, and monitoring to ensure secure and efficient use of cloud resources.

Configure hybrid connectivity solutions using tools like Azure AD Connect, Azure VPN, and ExpressRoute.

Office 365 Implementation & Management:

Oversee the deployment and management of Office 365 services (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive) ensuring scalability and high availability.

Provide architectural oversight for the setup and configuration of Microsoft Teams, ensuring proper integration with other Office 365 services and on-premises systems.

Lead migration efforts from legacy systems (Exchange, SharePoint, etc.) to Office 365, minimizing downtime and ensuring data integrity.

Implement and manage compliance, retention, and governance policies using Office 365 tools like Microsoft Compliance Center and Security & Compliance Center.

Security & Compliance:

Implement and enforce security controls, such as Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Conditional Access, Information Protection, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) across the Microsoft 365 environment.

Ensure compliance with regulatory and security requirements through Azure AD roles, encryption, and auditing features.

Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to continuously monitor and enhance security postures within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem.

Automation & Optimization:

Develop and implement automation for Microsoft 365 workloads using PowerShell, Azure Automation, or Logic Apps to streamline operational tasks.

Optimize costs and performance of Microsoft 365 services through monitoring and tuning.

Drive the adoption of new features and services in Microsoft 365 and Azure, staying up-to-date with the latest developments and innovations.

Collaboration & Leadership:

Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for Microsoft 365, providing guidance and mentorship to IT teams and end-users.

Collaborate with IT and business leaders to develop roadmaps, strategy, and vision for the cloud architecture.

Lead and manage architecture reviews, ensuring that design choices meet scalability, performance, and security requirements.