(Immediate Start) O365 Exchange Administrator

Role We are seeking an experienced consultant to join our team as an O365 Exchange Administrator with strong Azure skills. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience managing and optimizing Microsoft 365 Exchange environments while leveraging Azure cloud services. This role requires a seasoned professional who can architect, implement, and maintain enterprise-level messaging and collaboration solutions. Key Responsibilities Exchange Online Administration Maintain Exchange Online environments for the enterprise. Manage mail flow, transport rules, and message hygiene policies Handle mailbox migrations from on-premises Exchange or other email platforms Troubleshoot complex messaging issues and provide tier-3 support Implement and manage retention policies, litigation holds, and eDiscovery processes. Proofpoint Administration Configure and manage Proofpoint Protection Server (PPS), Proofpoint on Demand (PoD), and SER (Secure Email Relay). Manage Proofpoint TAP (Targeted Attack Protection) and URL Defense. Manage data loss prevention (DLP) policies within Proofpoint. Perform regular security reviews and optimize Proofpoint configurations. Generate and analyze Proofpoint security reports and metrics. Azure Infrastructure Management Design and implement Azure infrastructure solutions to support O365 services. Configure Azure AD Connect for hybrid identity scenarios Manage Entra, including conditional access policies and MFA Implement Azure networking solutions for secure O365 connectivity Monitor and optimize Azure resource utilization and costs Configure Azure backup and disaster recovery solutions for O365 workloads Security and Compliance Implement security best practices for Exchange Online and Azure environments Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements Perform security assessments and vulnerability management Document security configurations (Hardening) and maintain audit trails Automation and Infrastructure as Code Develop automation scripts using PowerShell for O365 and Azure management Create and maintain Infrastructure as Code templates using Ansible or Terraform Implement CI / CD pipelines for automated deployments Build reusable modules and playbooks for common administrative tasks Document automation workflows and maintain version control Required Qualifications Technical Experience 5+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft O365 Exchange administration, Azure cloud services, and 3-5 years of experience with Proofpoint email security platform 3+ years of experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Ansible or Terraform) Strong proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation Deep understanding of email security, anti-spam, and anti-malware solutions Technical Skills Expert-level knowledge of Exchange Online architecture, PAM, and features Proficiency in Azure services including Azure AD, Virtual Networks, and Storage Advanced knowledge of Proofpoint email security solutions Experience with Microsoft 365 security and compliance features Strong understanding of DNS, SMTP, SPF, DKIM, and DMARC Familiarity with monitoring tools and performance optimization Knowledge of Microsoft Purview for data governance and compliance Familiarity with other O365 workloads (SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive) Knowledge of email archiving and journaling solutions Certifications (Preferred) Microsoft 365 Certified : Messaging Administrator Associate Microsoft Certified : Azure Administrator Associate Microsoft Certified : Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals Soft Skills Excellent communication, documentation abilities, and Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects Team collaboration and knowledge sharing mindset. Proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential issues. Consulting Responsibilities Provide expert guidance on O365 and Azure best practices. Lead knowledge