Microsoft Cloud Architect

Overview

On Site
Full Time
Part Time
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent

Skills

Microsoft 365

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

Leadership Communication & Strategic Alignment

  • Develop and deliver compelling, visual presentations (e.g., roadmaps, dashboards, milestone charts) for leadership audiences.
  • Translate highly technical information into clear, plain-language briefings tailored to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Present updates and recommendations during IT Steering Committee meetings and Town leadership strategy sessions.
  • Align cloud modernization projects with Town priorities, budget planning, staffing readiness, and organizational change goals.

Technology Implementation & Execution

  • Configure and manage Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory synchronization, and Intune deployment for full MDM/MAM lifecycle management.
  • Lead the hands-on deployment and governance of:
    • Zero Trust Security Controls: MFA, Conditional Access, DLP policies, legacy protocol blocking.
    • Microsoft Defender for Office 365: Secure Score, policy tuning, threat mitigation.
    • SharePoint Online & Microsoft Teams: Migration, permissions model, governance, and user onboarding.
  • Perform root cause analysis, remediation, and ongoing optimization of cloud systems.
  • Collaborate with vendors and validate that technical deliverables follow Microsoft best practices and align with the Town's architecture standards.

Change Management & Adoption Enablement

  • Lead enterprise-wide change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of cloud technologies.
  • Create tailored communication plans, training roadshows, end-user readiness assessments, and cross-department FAQs.
  • Work with department leads and champions to identify training gaps, develop communication materials, and reinforce adoption momentum.
  • Monitor and report on user adoption metrics, system usage patterns, and qualitative feedback to refine rollout strategies.
  • Anticipate resistance, mitigate transition risks, and create support structures that sustain user engagement post-deployment.

Project Mapping, Coordination & Risk Management

  • Create detailed project timelines, interdependency maps, and resource forecasts.
  • Collaborate with project managers to track milestones, delivery risks, and mitigation plans.
  • Facilitate coordination between vendors, internal IT staff, and department stakeholders to ensure smooth execution with minimal service disruption.
  • Proactively identify and escalate delays, blockers, or scope misalignments to maintain momentum and transparency.

Training, Documentation & End-User Support

  • Deliver Town-wide training sessions, technical onboarding, and department-focused Q&A forums during rollout periods.
  • Create and maintain training guides, job aids, and self-help documentation tailored to different learning levels.
  • Provide Tier 2/3 support for escalated issues during key transitions (e.g., cutovers, migrations, policy enforcement).
  • Maintain detailed technical runbooks, knowledge base content, and troubleshooting SOPs for sustained operational excellence.

Required Qualifications:

  • 8+ years of IT engineering or architecture experience, with at least 4 years focused on Microsoft 365, cloud infrastructure, or cybersecurity.
  • Demonstrated experience delivering both hands-on implementation and high-quality executive communications.
  • Proficiency in:
    • Microsoft Entra ID, AD Connect, and IAM concepts
    • Microsoft Intune MDM/MAM
    • SharePoint Online, Microsoft Teams, and OneDrive governance
    • Conditional Access, DLP, MFA, and Zero Trust design
    • Microsoft Defender for Office 365
  • Experience developing executive briefings, project visuals, and user-facing adoption materials.







Skill
Required / Desired
Amount
of Experience







Cloud Architecture Design: Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing Microsoft 365 cloud solutions aligned with strategic IT goals. Required 5 Years



Hands-On Implementation: Executes technical configuration and deployment of Entra ID, Intune, and Zero Trust security controls. Required 5 Years



Executive Presentation Skills: Prepares and delivers compelling visual presentations for non-technical leadership audiences. Required 2 Years



Change Management Communication and Execution: Leads organizational change initiatives with a focus on user adoption and communication planning Required 4 Years



Zero Trust Security: Implements and manages MFA, Conditional Access, and DLP policies in a Microsoft 365 environment. Required 3 Years



Project Roadmapping: Creates and maintains technical roadmaps, timelines, and milestone charts for cloud modernization projects. Required 5 Years



Identity & Access Management (IAM): Configures and supports Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory synchronization. Required 5 Years



SharePoint Online Governance: Deploys, governs, and supports collaboration platforms such as SharePoint Online and Teams. Required 3 Years



Microsoft Intune Administration: Manages device compliance, policies, and enrollment across hybrid and BYOD environments. Required 3 Years



Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborates with vendors, IT staff, and business units to ensure smooth project execution. Required 4 Years



Technical Documentation: Develops runbooks, SOPs, and support documentation for ongoing cloud operations. Required 4 Years



Leadership Engagement: Communicates IT strategy and project outcomes clearly to executive and steering committee stakeholders. Required 4 Years



Training & Enablement: Designs and delivers user training, guides, and onboarding content tailored to department needs. Required 4 Years



Security & Compliance Monitoring: Configures and reports on Microsoft Defender for Office 365 and Secure Score. Required 4 Years



Risk & Issue Management: Identifies, tracks, and mitigates risks and blockers to maintain project timelines and quality. Required 4 Years



Solution Validation & Optimization: Evaluates technical solutions for alignment with business needs and continuously optimizes configurations based on




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