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Join Alabama State University as a Microsoft 365 System Engineer, where you'll lead the design and maintenance of the M365 ecosystem while providing expert technical support.

Responsibilities: Design and manage Microsoft Entra ID, Intune for device management, and Microsoft 365 applications like OneDrive and SharePoint; execute user provisioning processes and provide technical support.

Skills: Strong problem-solving skills, expertise in Microsoft 365, experience with Active Directory, and ability to communicate technical information effectively are required.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, with a preference for Microsoft 365 certifications and experience in virtualization technologies and scripting.

Location: Remote position available from Alabama, United States.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $80,000 - $120,000.

Alabama State University, Office of Technology Services, invites applications to fill the position of MicroSoft 365 System Engineer. The Microsoft 365 Systems Engineer is a highly experienced IT professional responsible for leading the design, implementation, and maintenance of the organization's Microsoft 365 (M365) ecosystem, including email services, and providing expert-level technical support to end-users.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and manage Microsoft Entra ID, including PeopleSoft and SSO integrations
• Set up and manage Intune for device management.
• Maintain Microsoft Application Access and Information Management.
• Design and manage Microsoft 365 applications, including but not limited to OneDrive, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Design and execute user provisioning, updates, and deprovisioning processes and replated automation, including device registration, configuration, distribution, application subscription, and user assignments.
• Able to communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders and able to identify and solve complex technical problems.
• Perform other duties as assigned

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience), have a basic understanding of network protocols and technologies, familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems, knowledge of Active Directory and Group Policy, strong problem-solving and analytical skills, excellent communication skills, both written and verbal required. Microsoft 365 certifications (e.g., Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals) preferred.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V)
• Basic understanding of scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python)
• Familiarity with IT security best practices
• Knowledge of cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure)