Senior Microsoft 365 Specialist at GCS Technologies

Austin, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Microsoft 365, Intune, Microsoft Defender, Endpoint Management, Security, Threat Protection, Identity, Compliance, PowerShell, Automation, Documentation, Customer Communication, Problem Solving, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Microsoft 365 Expert We are seeking a seasoned Microsoft 365 expert with deep expertise in Intune and the Microsoft Defender suite of security products. This individual will play a key role in designing, implementing, and managing modern workplace solutions for multiple customer environments. The role requires strong technical proficiency, hands-on experience across M365 security and compliance tools, and the ability to operate as a trusted advisor in enterprise or MSP settings. Key Responsibilities Endpoint & Device Management Deploy, configure, and manage Intune for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices. Create and enforce compliance policies, conditional access rules, and app protection policies. Drive zero-trust endpoint strategies and ensure seamless end-user experience. Security & Threat Protection Administer the Microsoft Defender suite (Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, and Cloud Apps). Monitor and respond to security alerts, incidents, and vulnerabilities. Implement and optimize threat protection, attack surface reduction, and advanced hunting policies. Identity & Compliance Configure and maintain Entra identity services (MFA, Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management). Implement governance, risk, and compliance features (Purview, DLP, retention policies). Ensure alignment with customer regulatory and compliance requirements. Collaboration & Productivity Manage core Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive. Support migrations and tenant configurations in multi-tenant environments. Provide proactive recommendations to optimize performance and user adoption. Automation & Reporting Use PowerShell and Graph API to automate common administrative tasks. Develop reporting and dashboards for device compliance, security posture, and service health. Document processes and produce knowledge articles for internal and customer use. Required Qualifications Experience: 5+ years hands-on managing Microsoft 365 production environments. Certifications (one or more strongly preferred): SC-300: Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator Associate SC-100: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert OR SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst MD-102 : Endpoint Administrator Associate Skills: Expert-level knowledge of Intune and Defender security products. Strong Microsoft 365 skills across Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive. Familiarity with Entra identity, Conditional Access, and MFA. Strong PowerShell and automation experience. Soft Skills: Exceptional problem-solving, customer-facing communication, and documentation skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a Managed Services Provider (MSP) environment. Background in designing and delivering security roadmaps for enterprise clients. Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel, Purview, and compliance-driven solutions. Experience with cross-tenant or hybrid identity/migration projects. What We Offer Competitive compensation and benefits package. Professional growth and certification support. Opportunities to design and manage security-driven modern workplace solutions. A collaborative, customer-focused culture with exposure to diverse environments.

Responsibilities

The Senior Microsoft 365 Specialist will design, implement, and manage modern workplace solutions across multiple customer environments. Key responsibilities include endpoint and device management, security and threat protection, identity and compliance, collaboration and productivity, and automation and reporting.