Microsoft 365 Senior Architect

Company: University of Utah
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: April 12, 2025

Job Description:

Microsoft 365 Senior Architect

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Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Microsoft 365 Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of our Microsoft 365 environment. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise across core M365 services, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, Microsoft Entra ID, and security & compliance features. Experience with the Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) is highly preferred. You will be responsible for defining and implementing best practices, ensuring scalability, security, and efficiency, and providing strategic guidance on leveraging M365 to achieve our business objectives.

Responsibilities
--- Strategic Planning and Architecture:
o Develop and maintain the overall M365 architecture roadmap, aligning with business requirements and IT strategy.
o Evaluate and recommend new M365 features and technologies to enhance productivity and collaboration.
o Lead the design and implementation of complex M365 solutions, including migrations, integrations, and customizations.
o Define and enforce M365 governance policies and standards.
o Utilize enterprise architecture frameworks in planning and designing M365 solutions.

--- Implementation and Management:
o Oversee the deployment and configuration of M365 services, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
o Manage and troubleshoot complex M365 issues, coordinate expert-level support.
o Develop and maintain documentation for M365 architecture, configurations, and processes.

--- Power Platform (Preferred):
o Establish and maintain Power Platform best practices.
o Provide guidance on Power Platform licensing and capacity planning.

--- Security and Compliance:
o Understand M365 security best practices, including access control, data loss prevention, and threat protection.
o Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
o Coordinate regular security assessments and audits of the M365 environment.
o Understand and recommend security features of Microsoft Entra ID as it pertains to M365.

--- Collaboration and Communication:
o Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT operations, security, and business stakeholders.
o Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
o Communicate effectively with non-technical stakeholders, translating technical concepts into business terms.
o Lead training efforts regarding M365 best practices.

--- Ongoing Improvement:
o Stay up to date with the latest M365 updates and trends.
o Proactively identify and address potential issues and areas for improvement

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) and at least 6 - 7 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences
Minimum 3 years of experience in Microsoft 365 administration and architecture.
Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert, Microsoft Entra ID related certifications, etc.).
Experience with Azure infrastructure and services.
Experience with Power Platform design, development, and administration.
Experience with Dataverse.
Familiarity with an enterprise architecture framework (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
Experience with cloud/on-prem hybrid environments
Experience in a regulated industry.
Experience with project management.
Experience with PowerShell

Special Instructions


Requisition Number: PRN41545B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday - Friday8am to 5pmHybrid work schedule - work from home primarily but may require working in office as needed
Department: 00428 - UIT - Network & Comm. Srvs
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $100,000.00 - $135,000.00
Close Date: 7/1/2025
Open Until Filled:

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