System Administrator / MS Cloud Engineer

Join AZAD as a System Administrator – Microsoft Cloud Engineer Provide support to Unified Communications within the IT department at the facility. This position supports Enterprise Messaging and cloud communications through Exchange Online, M365 for Government, Exchange Online Protection, Teams for Government, OneDrive for Government, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Defender XDR, and Microsoft Purview. The Cloud System Administrator 3 provides service support for JNPC's cloud-based Exchange Online, M365 for Government, Teams for Government, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Defender XDR, and Microsoft Purview, as well as messaging system support to facilitate sustainable, stable and secure enterprise, on‑prem level servers including backup recovery, performance tuning, upgrades/patches, maintenance, troubleshooting, archiving, and litigation hold and e‑discovery support. The Cloud System Administrator 3 performs a variety of work related to administering and supporting the Unified Communications team. This is a 2‑year plus consultant position with a high probability of long‑term and ongoing employment. The role is full‑time remote but requires residency in Washington, Oregon, Montana or Idaho. The hourly pay rate range for this position is $60.00 - $64.00, depending on related qualifications and experience, as well as the composition of the selected compensation package. Requirements Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Information/Computer Technology (or related technical field) is preferred. With an applicable Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, 8 years of experience is required. Without an applicable degree, 10 years of experience is required. Experience must include direct work experience in Information Technology performing cloud‑based system & service administration. 2 years of experience with scripting skills sufficient to maintain Exchange Online, Entra ID, and M365 environments. 5 years of experience troubleshooting hybrid and cloud‑based system level problems. Ability to interpret architecture and design configurations from vendors or other teams to enable clear implementation standards and guidelines. Valid U.S. Driver’s License/Real ID is required. Preferred Qualifications Experience with implementation of Teams Phone/Calling: SIP trunk, Direct Routing, and Session Border Control knowledge. Experience with managing and maintaining Microsoft cloud‑based technologies. Experience working with Simple Mail Transport Protocol (SMTP) filtration system or Email Filtration/E‑mail protection technology. Experience with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Certificate Authority. Experience with High Availability Technologies. Experience working in a large production environment. Benefits Co‑paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Cafeteria Plan Paid Sick Leave 401(k) Plan Credit Union Membership Referral Bonus Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement AZAD values diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Since our inception, we have witnessed how a diverse workforce has thrived while contributing to innovation and advancements in our client organizations. AZAD is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and strives to build an even more diverse, inclusive team that reflects the communities where we live and work. AZAD, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based on job‑related qualifications, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, age or any other status protected under applicable law. AZAD takes affirmative action to employ and advance qualified employees and applicants who are disabled, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and other protected veterans. AZAD, Inc. is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant. U.S. Citizens only for Federal Clearance Requirement. #J-18808-Ljbffr Azad Technology Partners