Senior Microsoft 365 Specialist

GCS Technologies • Austin, TX

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• Exceptional problem-solving, customer-facing communication, and documentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees