Senior Microsoft 365 (M365) Administrator

About Peraton

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Microsoft 365 (M365) Administrator to manage the deployment, use, and maintenance of the Microsoft 365 platform. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills. Additionally, they should excel at presenting complex technical information clearly to non-technical audiences and possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research, design, develop, and deploy Microsoft 365 solutions.
• Configure and customize M365 services, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive for Business, and Office 365 applications.
• Assist and provide guidance in implementing security and compliance features such as data loss prevention (DLP), conditional access, Defender, and information protection policies.
• Use the Admin Center to manage users and groups, assign administrative roles, and configure security and privacy settings.
• Regularly review reports to enhance the overall efficiency of the Office 365 environment. Monitor the health and performance of M365 services using built-in tools and third-party monitoring solutions.
• Provide support to employees for technical and configuration issues related to Microsoft 365 applications.
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Qualifications

Key Requirements:

• Candidate should either have a bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, and 8 years experience or HS Diploma and 12 years experience
• Strong familiarity with the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) process, including change management and IT service management.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and management of M365 environments.
• Experience with M365 security and compliance features, such as DLP, information protection, and audit logging.
• Relevant Microsoft or cloud certifications, such as MS-900, MS-102.
• Experience in the Azure environment for the government.
• Familiarity with Intune, SCCM, or Endpoint Manager for application and device management.
• Secret DoD clearance
• Must be able to obtain Security Plus certification within 6 weeks of hire
  
  

Knowledge of:

• Practices and methods for coaching and leading the work of others.
• Techniques for organizing, prioritizing, assigning, and monitoring work.
• Principles and practices of information technology management.
• Project management principles and practices.
• Best practices, trends, and emerging technologies.
• Principles and methods of qualitative and quantitative research.
• Principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
• Principles and practices of budget development and administration.
• Customer service principles.
• Modern office technology.
  
  

Skills In:

• Providing project management, organization, and logistics coordination.
• Serving as a department liaison and subject matter expert.
• Monitoring compliance with applicable plans, standards, regulations, and contracts.
• Identifying engineering-related deficiencies and implementing solutions.
• Researching industry trends, solutions, and best practices.
• Analyzing, evaluating, interpreting, and summarizing written materials and statistical data.
• Exercising political acumen, tact, and diplomacy.
• Managing and overseeing IT projects, processes, and functional operations.
• Providing customer service.
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with coworkers, supervisors, customers, and others.
  
  

Target Salary Range

$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

EEO

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Veteran.

Our Values

Benefits

At Peraton, our benefits are designed to help keep you at your best beyond the work you do with us daily. We're fully committed to the growth of our employees. From fully comprehensive medical plans to tuition reimbursement, tuition assistance, and fertility treatment, we are there to support you all the way.

• Paid Time-Off and Holidays
• Retirement
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Career Development
• Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Financing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Additional Benefits
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Care