Sr. Project Consultant - Microsoft Ecosystem

Company Overview Arctiq is a leader in professional IT services and managed services across three core Centers of Excellence: Enterprise Security, Modern Infrastructure and Platform Engineering. Renowned for our ability to architect intelligence, we connect, protect, and transform organizations, empowering them to thrive in today's digital landscape. Arctiq builds on decades of industry expertise and a customer‑centric ethos to deliver exceptional value to clients across diverse industries. Job Summary The Senior Project Consultant – Microsoft Ecosystem is a customer‑facing technical leader responsible for delivering complex Microsoft infrastructure, identity, security, and modernization projects for mid‑market and enterprise clients. This role blends hands‑on technical expertise with consultative delivery, guiding customers through the assessment, design, and implementation of Microsoft solutions across on‑premises, hybrid, and Azure/Microsoft 365 environments. The consultant serves as a trusted advisor, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with Microsoft best practices, Zero Trust principles, and long‑term modernization strategies. Most engagements are delivered remotely, with occasional onsite travel for project kickoffs, critical milestones, or customer workshops. Core Responsibilities Microsoft Identity & Directory Services Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) design, assessment, remediation, and migrations AD health checks, security hardening, and tiered administration models Hybrid identity implementations (Entra ID Connect / Cloud Sync) MFA, Conditional Access, and identity governance concepts Azure & Hybrid Infrastructure Azure architecture aligned to the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework Azure networking design and implementation: Azure Virtual Networks, VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute (conceptual) Network Security Groups (NSGs), Azure Firewall, routing Azure IaaS and hybrid workloads Azure Stack HCI and hybrid server scenarios (preferred) Microsoft 365 & Collaboration Microsoft 365 tenant architecture and core services Exchange Online and hybrid Exchange (all supported versions) Messaging migrations (Exchange, Google Workspace, third‑party platforms) SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Teams, and collaboration governance Tenant‑to‑tenant migrations (M&A scenarios) Endpoint & Systems Management Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM / SCCM) Microsoft Intune and endpoint management Co‑management (MECM + Intune) Windows client deployment and management strategies Security, Compliance & Monitoring Microsoft Defender XDR (Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, Cloud Apps) Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR) – deployment and operational concepts Microsoft Purview (Information Protection, DLP, Compliance) Security baselines, hardening, and threat detection Migration & Tooling Experience Migration tools such as: BitTitan MigrationWiz Quest On Demand Migration (AD, M365) Other Microsoft‑aligned migration utilities On‑premises to cloud and hybrid migration projects: Identity Messaging Data and collaboration workloads Essential Duties & Responsibilities Deliver projects aligned to approved Statements of Work (SOWs), ensuring scope, schedule, and quality objectives are met Lead technical execution across on‑prem, hybrid, and cloud Microsoft solutions Follow established project delivery and quality methodologies Participate in customer kickoff meetings, technical workshops, and solution reviews Actively manage technical risks, issues, and dependencies; elevate when required Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges during implementation Identify scope risks and support change management discussions Maintain accurate project documentation and technical deliverables Provide regular project status updates to Project Managers and leadership Enter project activities, service tickets, time reporting, and expenses accurately and on time Support internal collaboration with Sales, Architecture, and Managed Services teams Perform additional duties as assigned. Requirements Microsoft On‑Premises Infrastructure (AD, Windows Server, Exchange, Hyper‑V) Hybrid Identity & Security (AD Entra ID integration) Microsoft 365 & Azure Platform Services Security, Compliance, and Threat Protection Infrastructure Modernization & Migrations How will you stand out? Microsoft Certifications (any combination preferred): Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate Relevant Exams: AZ‑104, AZ‑305, AZ‑700, AZ‑500 SC‑300, SC‑100 Arctiq is an equal opportunity employer. If you need any accommodations or adjustments throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr