Microsoft 365 Power Platform Architect

Leidos•Reston, VA

2d•$131,300 - $237,350•Remote

About The Position

Leidos is seeking a Microsoft 365 Power Platform Architect to join their DoD Enterprise IT Modernization (DEIM) team. This role supports a large-scale digital modernization program for the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and DoD Fourth Estate agencies. The architect will design, implement, and govern enterprise Microsoft 365 and hybrid cloud solutions, collaborating with technical and Government stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable collaboration and productivity capabilities. This is a 100% remote position, but candidates must be based in the DMV area and able to commute to the Reston, VA headquarters for essential meetings and events. The company emphasizes a proactive and innovative work environment, seeking individuals who are disruptive and driven.

Requirements

BS degree and 12 – 15 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10 – 13 years of prior relevant experience. May possess a Doctorate in technical domain. Specific experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree.
5+ years of relevant experience in Microsoft 365 administration, engineering, or architecture, including hybrid cloud environments.
Active DoD Secret clearance required.
Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (CompTIA Security+ ce or equivalent) required at time of hire.
Expert-level proficiency administering and architecting Microsoft 365 services.
Hands-on experience designing and building Power Platform solutions, including Power Apps and Power BI.
Proficiency with Microsoft Azure, including hybrid cloud architecture and identity integration.
Demonstrated ability to automate administration and operational tasks with PowerShell or Python in a production environment.
Demonstrated ability to design and enforce governance, compliance, and security policies across a Microsoft 365 environment.
Demonstrated ability to integrate Microsoft 365 platforms with existing systems and third-party applications.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, in writing and verbally, across technical and leadership audiences.
U.S. Citizen required.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting DISA or other DoD/federal programs.
Experience with AWS in addition to Azure.
Microsoft certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert or Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert
DoD 8570 IASAE Level II or higher certification.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the overall architecture of the enterprise Power Platform, including Power Apps and Power BI.
Design scalable, secure M365 solutions and integrate them with existing systems and third-party applications.
Implement and monitor governance, compliance, and security policies across the platform.
Support hybrid cloud environments and Azure integrations.
Automate administration and operational tasks using PowerShell and Power Automate.
Act as a senior escalation point for critical Power Platform issues and oversee resolution.
Partner with stakeholders to align M365 capabilities with mission and business objectives, and provide strategic input on adoption of new features.