Microsoft Architect
Summary
We are seeking a Microsoft Architect to define our client's enterprise architecture and long-term strategy for the Microsoft 365 platform. This role will lead the design, governance, and evolution of Microsoft technologies across the organization; ensuring secure, scalable, and business-aligned solutions. Working closely with IT Leadership and technical teams, the architect will drive platform modernization, Microsoft Copilot adoption, and future technology initiatives while serving as the highest-level technical resource for Microsoft 365.
Responsibilities
- Define and maintain the enterprise architecture for the Microsoft 365 platform.
- Establish governance, standards, and best practices across Microsoft 365 services.
- Design solutions across Exchange Online, Entra ID, Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Power Platform.
- Lead Microsoft Copilot and AI initiatives with a focus on security, compliance, and data governance.
- Evaluate integrations and new technologies to ensure alignment with architectural and business objectives.
- Provide technical leadership for complex enterprise projects, platform upgrades, and migrations.
- Partner with infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver scalable, secure Microsoft 365 solutions.
- Mentor technical staff, maintain architecture documentation, and communicate technology strategy to Leadership.
- Drive continuous improvements in platform performance, automation, and user experience.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience designing and supporting enterprise Microsoft 365 environments or Cloud infrastructure.
- Deep expertise with Microsoft 365 technologies including Exchange Online, Entra ID, Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Power Platform.
- Experience designing enterprise architecture for identity, collaboration, messaging, security, and AI-enabled Microsoft solutions.
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Copilot, governance, compliance, identity management, and security best practices.
- Experience creating architectural standards, roadmaps, and enterprise technology strategies.
- Excellent analytical, documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred
- Microsoft certifications including Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or similar.
This is a Direct Hire opportunity with our Kansas City, KS client. Employee benefits include Medical/Dental Benefits, Paid time off, Paid Holidays, and 401(k). H1-B Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. No third-parties, please.
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