Kforce's client, a global leader in their industry is looking to add an Exchange Systems Architect to their team. This is a full-time direct hire position based onsite in Downtown Phoenix, AZ.
Summary:
In this role, you will be responsible for designing, deploying, managing, and optimizing the organization's electronic communications infrastructure and user connectivity to email services. The primary focus is on Microsoft Exchange (Online), which integrates with other Microsoft 365/Azure solutions such as Outlook clients (desktop, mobile, and web), Email Security Systems, Microsoft Teams, and Mobile messaging support. The role also involves influencing the adoption and enhancement of other Microsoft 365 technologies across the organization.
Key Tasks:
Architect and design electronic communications solutions in accordance with the chosen strategies
Exchange Systems Architect will provide technical guidance and oversight to research, troubleshoot, and resolve problems involving electronic communications and perform root cause analysis
Define and enforce Policies & Standards for Electronic Mail usage and support
Evaluate and optimize application performance and identify performance improvement options and monitoring opportunities
Collaborate and coordinate with other areas, both within the Technology Organization and within the business
Strategize and innovate solutions to client problems within service level time frames
Research and recommend implementation and communication of new features and capabilities within the Microsoft 365 suite
As an Exchange Systems Architect, you will plan and execute projects, communicate progress, problems, and best practices to management, leads, and team
Define and oversee the daily administration of electronic communications services/software including Exchange, M365 (Exchange Online), Proofpoint, Outlook, mail routing, etc.
Responsible for global cost and storage management for the platform
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree and eight (8) years of experience in a technology related field, including five (5) years of experience with relevant technologies or associate degree and ten (10) years of experience in a technology related field, including five (5) years of experience with relevant technologies
Experience designing and implementing Microsoft Exchange On-premises and Exchange Online solutions
Experience with email/messaging security
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Exchange (online) and its integration with other Microsoft 365/Azure solutions required
Competent knowledge in the use of PowerShell for configuration/administration and scripting operational tasks required
Knowledge working with MS Windows operating systems and mail client applications (e.g., Outlook) on servers, workstations, laptops, or tablets
Ability to influence and collaborate with other Microsoft 365 architects and engineers required
Preferred Qualifications:
Project management with five (5) years of experience leading technology project teams
Experience with Microsoft Online (O365/M365) environment including SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, Forms, Whiteboard, Delve, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Experience working in Agile project management methodology and Agile teams
Previous experience administering third party Email Security products (e.g., Proofpoint) highly desired and experience with mail routing and email security
Experience in enabling Email for applications such as SAP, SuccessFactors, S4Hana, ServiceNow, and all other applications
Experience on Third Party application integration and add-ins to Outlook
Knowledge of a wide array of Microsoft 365 and Azure configurations highly desired
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
