Lead Microsoft Cloud Engineer Consultant

Remote • Posted 2 hours ago • Updated 2 hours ago
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Remote
$60 - $70/hr
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Skills

  • Microsoft
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Microsoft Exchange
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Operating Systems
  • Active Directory
  • Cloud Computing
  • Cloud Security
  • Computer Science
  • Ansible
  • Continuous Delivery
  • Continuous Integration
  • Cyber Security
  • DevOps
  • Git
  • Group Policy
  • ITIL
  • Information Security
  • Microsoft Windows Server
  • PMP
  • SSO
  • Windows PowerShell
  • Workflow

Summary

Job Title: Lead Microsoft Cloud Engineer Consultant

Location: Holyoke, MA (Hybrid/Remote Role)

Contract Length: 12 months (possibility of extension)

Candidate Requirements:

  • Bachelor s degree preferred in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field or equivalent, significant hands?on experience architecting and supporting enterprise Microsoft infrastructure environments.
  • 10+ years of experience with Microsoft Infrastructure technologies, including enterprise-scale architecture, deployment, and modernization.
  • Expert-level proficiency in Windows Server and Active Directory, including forest/domain design, Group Policy, multi?site replication, troubleshooting, and security hardening.
  • Deep knowledge of Entra ID, M365, Exchange (on?premises & online), and hybrid identity integrations, including Entra Connect/Sync and authentication/SSO patterns.
  • Proven experience leading M365, Exchange Online, and Azure migration projects, including coexistence, cutover planning, and phased adoption.
  • Advanced PowerShell automation skills across AD, Entra ID, Exchange Online, and server/cloud administrative workflows.
  • Strong understanding of Zero Trust, identity governance, Conditional Access, MFA, and privileged identity management, with experience improving identity lifecycle and security posture.
  • 5+ years managing or leading complex IT projects, with familiarity in DevOps, Agile, and/or ITIL frameworks.
  • Experience with infrastructure-as-code or automation tooling such as Ansible Automation Platform, Git-based configuration management, or CI/CD pipelines is a plus, but not required.
  • Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., Microsoft 365, Azure Administrator/Architect, Entra ID, Windows Server) are highly desirable.
  • Additional certifications such as ITIL, PMP, or other cloud/security credentials are considered a plus and demonstrate strong alignment with operational or project?driven responsibilities.
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  • Dice Id: 91087715
  • Position Id: 8907425
  • Posted 2 hours ago
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