Microsoft 365 Security Administrator

Position Summary

We are seeking a talented and motivated individual who is passionate about the Microsoft 365 environment and cyber security.  This position is a part of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Operations group and will focus on the administration of the Microsoft 365 environment including architecting, overseeing, implementing and optimizing Microsoft 365 solutions. This role involves developing strategic roadmaps, leading migrations, and integrating M365 services, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, and Microsoft’s security/compliance tools. Additional key aspects of this role include managing Active Directory and Entra ID to ensure seamless identity and access management, including Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Conditional Access, and directory synchronization.

Responsibilities:

• Regularly interacting, collaborating and educating team members and business teams to ensure a successful end to end delivery of secure Microsoft 365 products.
• Configuring security policies, managing access controls and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.  
• Technical cyber security and governance enforcement through standards, procedures and policy.

Education, Training and Experience

Systems Analyst:  Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field and a minimum of four (4) years technical IT experience as listed below (OR) Associate degree and a minimum of six (6) years technical IT experience including specific experience as listed below (OR) a high school diploma/GED and a minimum of eight (8) years technical IT experience including specific experience as listed below.

Senior Systems Analyst:  Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field and a minimum of eight (8) years technical IT experience as listed below (OR) Associate degree and a minimum of ten (10) years technical IT experience including specific experience as listed below (OR) a high school diploma/GED and a minimum of twelve (12) years technical IT experience including specific experience as listed below.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of Microsoft 365 security features and tools, including Microsoft Defender, Conditional Access, and Entra ID.
• Experience with security best practices and incident response.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
• The ability to interact and communicate effectively with clients, coworkers and vendors.
• The ability to create, maintain and update documentation.
• The ability to prioritize work and workloads with minimal supervision.
• The ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Licenses and/or Certifications

The successful candidate will be required to satisfy any existing and future District security clearances and/or background check requirements for access to key NPPD locations and to support systems and applications.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain intermediate to advanced technical certifications aligned with their position’s responsibilities (for example, Microsoft Certifications, and Security certifications).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Systems Analyst:

Analyze, design, develop, configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and provide direction and support for the M365 environment and other complex systems, applications and databases in support of the District's computing environment. Provide technical architecture recommendations and apply best practices in system design, development, and testing. Collaborate with/advise/coach other ET/Corporate Security and business unit analysts to ensure understanding of business and technical work processes, tools, and best practices.

Evaluate, create, document, and test complex system-related interfaces and integration.

Maintains efficient and effective management of vendor contract service relationships pertaining to technical services.

Provide 24/7 system support, carry a mobile communications device, and perform duties from remote locations such as home and during business travel.

Lead special task groups, trouble-shooting efforts, and integration and/or improvement project teams.

Lead the development and implementation of training and communications plans/materials.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities (Continued)

Senior Systems Analyst:

In addition to being proficient in all duties of the Systems Analyst, the Senior Systems Analyst will also be responsible for the following duties:

Proven understanding of key NPPD business unit activities and successful application of ET/Corporate Security technical solution design, development, and responsive customer support and service.

Work closely with ET/Corporate Security management to oversee and lead resolution of complex technical challenges and new business system initiatives.

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies