Microsoft Architect

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.

• 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.