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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Microsoft 365 Platform Administrator - **Company:** Texas Windstorm Insurance Association - **Location:** Austin, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Online Services, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Data Governance, Multi-Factor Authentication, Identity and Access Management, Microsoft Office, Windows PowerShell, Productivity Software, Role-Based Access Control, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Power Automate, Microsoft InTune, Microsoft Onedrive, CIS Benchmarks - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=600d5de269e39e34 ## About the Role * 4+ years administering Microsoft 365 in an enterprise environment * Experience with Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive * Strong knowledge of Entra ID (Azure AD) identity and access management * Familiarity with compliance tools (e.g., Purview, DLP, retention) * Experience with PowerShell for administration/automation Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. * PREFERRED REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: * Experience in regulated environments (insurance, finance, government) * Familiarity with Intune / Endpoint Manager and hybrid environments * Knowledge of security baselines and audit practices Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., MS-102, SC-300, SC-400) * KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: * Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive * Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot capabilities and governance considerations * Understanding of data exposure risks in AI-assisted environments * Ability to evaluate and support business use cases for AI-enabled productivity tools * Understanding of identity and access management (Entra ID / Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, RBAC) * Working knowledge of compliance and information governance tools (retention, eDiscovery, DLP, sensitivity labels) * Ability to administer, configure, and troubleshoot Microsoft 365 collaboration and messaging services * Skill in managing users, groups, permissions, and licensing in a cloud environment * Experience implementing security controls and secure sharing practices * Proficiency with PowerShell for administration, automation, and reporting * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for diagnosing technical and access-related issues * Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Ability to balance security, compliance, and usability in a regulated business environment * PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires the ability to sit, hear, converse over the telephone, and key frequently on a computer for long periods of time. ## Description ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: THE FOLLOWING ARE THE USUAL, BASIC AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION. HOWEVER, THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT PRECLUDE THE PERFORMANCE OF OTHER DUTIES BY THE INCUMBENT. THESE FUNCTIONS ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES, AND SKILLS REQUIRED: Platform Administration * Administer Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Office apps) * Manage users, groups, and licensing via Entra ID (Azure AD) * Monitor service health and implement updates * Administer and support Microsoft Copilot features across Microsoft 365 services * Configure and manage Copilot Studio agents (as applicable) Governance & Compliance * Configure retention policies, labels, and lifecycle standards * Manage external sharing and access controls * Support eDiscovery, legal holds, and audit readiness * Ensure AI usage aligns with data governance, security, and compliance policies * Partner with Security and Compliance teams to manage AI-related risks and controls Security & Access Control * Enforce MFA, Conditional Access, and RBAC * Implement DLP and sensitivity labeling * Support incident response and account security investigations User Support & Enablement * Provide Tier 2/3 support for M365 services * Develop user guidance and training materials * Support secure collaboration and external sharing use cases Operations & Continuity * Support backup, recovery, and resiliency planning * Monitor usage, storage, and license optimization * Maintain documentation and operational runbooks Stakeholder Collaboration * Partner with IT Security, PMO, and business units Support platform improvements, rollouts, and governance initiatives * ## Related Videos - [Develop enterprise-ready applications for Microsoft Teams with Azure resources on modern web technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/187-develop-enterprise-ready-applications-for-microsoft-teams-with-azure-resources-on-modern-web-technologies) - [Green Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/592-green-cloud-computing) - [A practical guide to writing secure Dockerfiles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/109-a-practical-guide-to-writing-secure-dockerfiles) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Inside the AI Revolution: How Microsoft is Empowering the World to Achieve More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/869-inside-the-ai-revolution-how-microsoft-is-empowering-the-world-to-achieve-more) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Everything a Developer Needs to Know About MCP with Neo4j](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/604-everything-a-developer-needs-to-know-about-mcp-with-neo4j)