Microsoft Collaboration Ecosystem Administrator

Microsoft Collaboration Ecosystem AdministratorAbout the job Microsoft Collaboration Ecosystem AdministratorMicrosoft Collaboration Ecosystem AdministratorPosition OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Microsoft Collaboration Ecosystem Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize our enterprise collaboration infrastructure. This role focuses on the administration of Exchange Server and SharePoint Server environments, ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient communication and collaboration services for our organization.Key ResponsibilitiesExchange Server AdministrationInstall, configure, and maintain Exchange Server environments across multiple versions and deployment scenariosManage mailbox databases, public folders, and distribution groups with attention to storage optimization and performance tuningImplement and maintain email security policies, including anti-spam, anti-malware, and data loss prevention measuresConfigure and troubleshoot mail flow, transport rules, and connector settings for both internal and external communicationsMonitor system performance, capacity planning, and proactive maintenance of Exchange infrastructureManage Exchange hybrid deployments and migrations between on-premises and cloud environmentsImplement and maintain high availability solutions including Database Availability Groups (DAGs)Handle backup and disaster recovery procedures for Exchange environmentsSharePoint Server AdministrationDeploy, configure, and maintain SharePoint Server farms and service applicationsManage site collections, web applications, and content databases with focus on performance and scalabilityConfigure and maintain SharePoint services including Search, User Profile Service, and Managed MetadataImplement governance policies, permissions management, and compliance featuresTroubleshoot SharePoint functionality, workflows, and integration issuesManage SharePoint backup and recovery operationsConfigure and maintain SharePoint hybrid scenarios and cloud integrationMonitor farm health, performance metrics, and capacity planningSecurity and ComplianceImplement security best practices across both Exchange and SharePoint environmentsConfigure and maintain compliance features including retention policies, eDiscovery, and audit loggingManage certificate lifecycle and SSL/TLS configurationsEnsure adherence to organizational security policies and regulatory requirementsCoordinate with cybersecurity teams on threat assessment and incident responseIntegration and CollaborationConfigure integration between Exchange and SharePoint servicesManage Active Directory synchronization and authentication servicesImplement and maintain collaboration features including Outlook Web App, SharePoint apps, and mobile accessCoordinate with other IT teams on unified communications and productivity suite integrationMonitoring and MaintenanceDevelop and maintain monitoring solutions for proactive system health managementCreate and maintain detailed documentation for all administered systemsPerform regular system updates, patches, and security updates following change management proceduresConduct performance analysis and optimization recommendationsManage system capacity planning and hardware lifecycle managementRequired QualificationsTechnical Skills+6 years of hands-on experience with Exchange Server administration (2016/2019/2022)+6 years of experience with SharePoint Server administration (2016/2019/2022)Strong knowledge of Windows Server operating systems and Active Directory servicesProficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and administrative tasksExperience with SQL Server administration as it relates to SharePoint and ExchangeUnderstanding of networking concepts including DNS, load balancing, and firewall configurationsKnowledge of virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)Certifications (Preferred)Microsoft Certified: Messaging Administrator AssociateMicrosoft Certified: SharePoint Administrator AssociateMCSE: Productivity or equivalent legacy certificationsExperience RequirementsExperience with hybrid cloud migrations and Office 365 integrationBackground in disaster recovery planning and implementationExperience with compliance and governance implementation in collaboration environmentsProject management experience for infrastructure upgrades and migrationsPreferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related fieldExperience with Microsoft Teams administration and integrationKnowledge of additional Microsoft productivity technologies (OneDrive, Skype for Business)Experience with automation tools and infrastructure as code practicesITIL certification or familiarity with IT service management practicesExperience in regulated industries with compliance requirements #J-18808-Ljbffr