Azure & Windows Server Administrator

IBSS is seeking a Microsoft 365 & Azure Administrator/Engineer to support a secure federal enterprise environment. This role is primarily responsible for Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online administration and migrations, identity and access management (Microsoft Entra ID/Azure AD), Windows Server services, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), and PowerShell automation.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, operationally strong, and comfortable leading and executing tenants, server, and hybrid migration activities while maintaining system reliability, security, and compliance in an onsite environment., * Manage and support Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online environments, including mailbox administration and tenant operations

• Lead end-to-end Microsoft 365 and Exchange migrations, including hybrid, cutover, and staged migration approaches (planning, execution, validation, stabilization)
• Administer Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including identity synchronization, Conditional Access, and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate administration, migrations, reporting, and operational tasks (repeatable runbooks, scheduled automation, audit outputs)
• Support hybrid cloud, server, and tenant migration activities, ensuring minimal downtime and alignment to security/compliance requirements
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex identity, authentication, and messaging issues in a secure environment
• Document configurations and production of operational runbooks; support change management and compliance requirements

Additional Responsibilities (Preferred / Nice To Have)

• Manage Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy
• Support and maintain Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments
• Azure infrastructure administration support as needed (VM concepts, resource groups, networking/security fundamentals)
• Exposure to DevOps collaboration and/or Kubernetes/AKS (helpful, not required)

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in systems administration / cloud administration / messaging & identity engineering role
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with:
• Microsoft 365 administration and Exchange Online operations
• Microsoft 365 / Exchange migrations (hybrid, cutover, staged)
• Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) administration, including Conditional Access and MFA
• PowerShell scripting for automation and operational support
• Supporting cloud/ hybrid migration activities (tenant and/or server)
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance required

Preferred Qualifications

• Windows Server (AD/DNS/DHCP/GPO)
• AVD experience
• Azure infrastructure beyond identity (VMs/networking/security fundamentals)
• DevOps/Kubernetes/AKS exposure
• Federal/higher-regulated environmental experience

Our approach is to serve our employees by investing in their growth and development. As a result, our employees bring greater capabilities and provide exceptional service to our clients. In addition to creating career development opportunities for our employees, IBSS is passionate about giving back to the community and serving the environment. We strive to leave something better behind for the next generation. We measure our success by the positive impact we have on our employees, clients, partners, and the communities we serve. Our tagline, Powered by Excellence, is a recognition of the employees that make up IBSS and ensures we deliver results with quality, applying industry best practices and certifications. IBSS offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage with a company-paid deductible, paid time off, federal holidays, a matching 401K plan, tuition/professional development reimbursement, and Flex-Spending (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA) options. IBSS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Click to see that the EEO is the law. Please direct any inquiries to the HR Department email at If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Talent Acquisition department at

Since 1992, IBSS, a woman-owned small business, has provided transformational consulting services to the Federal defense, civilian, and commercial sectors. Our services include cybersecurity and enterprise information technology, environmental science and engineering (including oceans, coasts, climate, and weather), and professional management services.