Microsoft 365 Technical Architect - Raleigh, United States - Cynet Systems

Description

• Escalate interruptions immediately to Management and supervisor.
• Support immediate Team and other employee-based groups including providing knowledge sharing.
• Meet project expectations on quality of work, deliverables, and task completion on time.
• Participate in internal learning opportunities.
• Ability to work independently and as a team including cross-functional teams.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Clearly articulate current status and articulate required action items to all stakeholders.
• Proactively provides process improvement or standardization.
• Proactively assist in setting expectations and managing the definition of services.
• Responsible for system documentation as assigned.
• This position will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of the Microsoft 365 security platform.
• This position requires expert-level knowledge of Entra/Azure.
• Active Directory Premium, Defender for Office 365, Azure Information Protection, Defender for Cloud Apps, Defender for Identity, Data Loss Prevention, and Conditional Access.
• The Security Architect has experience in designing and implementing complex security solutions and should possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

• Required Minimum Training: Graduation from a four-year college or university or equivalent training and experience in the field of work related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Expert-level knowledge of Entra/Azure Active Directory Premium, Defender for Office 365, Azure Information Protection, Defender for Cloud Apps, Defender for Identity, Data Loss Prevention, and Conditional Access.
• Experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability scanners.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are preferred.

• Microsoft SC-100: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect.
• Microsoft SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst.
• Microsoft SC-300: Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator.
• Microsoft SC-400: Microsoft Information Protection Administrator.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Implement and configure Entra/Azure Active Directory Premium, Defender for Office 365, Azure Information Protection, Defender for Cloud Apps, Defender for Identity, Data Loss Prevention, and Conditional Access based on.
• Develop detailed project plans, architecture diagrams, and technical specifications for security platform implementation.
• Provide technical guidance and support to clients and team members on M365 Security solutions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure the security architecture integrates effectively with the overall IT infrastructure.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging threats and technologies and make recommendations for enhancements to security engagements.
• Participate in knowledge-sharing and training sessions for team members and agency employees.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members and agency employees in a fast-paced environment.
• Stay up-to-date with current and future platform advancements through continuous learning opportunities.

• This job operates in a professional office environment onsite, remotely, and in a hybrid capacity.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines.
• In addition, familiarity with the front-end Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and any additional programs or equipment used to execute specific tasks as required for the role.