Systems Engineer II

Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Active Directory Management: Administer and maintain On-Premises Active Directory, optimizing replication, sites, and services for performance and security. Azure Sync and Microsoft Entra: Configure and manage Azure AD Connect synchronization and Microsoft Entra for seamless identity and access management in hybrid environments. Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams Administration: Support and manage Office 365 services—including Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Microsoft Teams—to ensure efficient communication, collaboration, and document management. ProofPoint Management: Implement and oversee ProofPoint email security solutions to protect against threats and ensure compliance. Entra SSO and Identity Management: Implement and manage Entra for Single Sign-On and identity management using SCIM, SAML, OAuth, and JIT provisioning. Technical Support: Provide timely resolutions to end-user issues related to Microsoft services and infrastructure, including SharePoint and Teams. Project Participation: Participate in IT projects, adhering to assignments, deadlines, and collaborating with team members. Documentation: Create and maintain technical procedures and documentation to support operations and compliance. Vendor Liaison: Act as a liaison with vendors regarding system issues, updates, and improvements. Security and Compliance: Ensure systems comply with security policies and regulations, implementing best practices for data protection. Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on latest technologies and recommend enhancements for system efficiency and reliability. Other Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned. JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of On-Premises Active Directory, Hybrid Environments, Azure Sync, Microsoft Entra, O365, Exchange, and ProofPoint. SSO Technologies: Proficiency in Single Sign-On technologies, including SCIM, SAML, OAuth, and JIT provisioning. Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues. Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and documentation. Certifications: Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or relevant certifications are preferred. Minimum Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education & Experience: Level II: 5 to 8 years prior experience as a Microsoft systems engineer or in a related position. A 4 year college degree Information Systems, Computer Engineering or a related academic area or equivalent experience is required.