O365 Architect

iSphere is searching for a O365 Architect who will utilize expert level experience and knowledge of Office 365 architecture, administration and best practice recomme ndations combined with a current and deep experience with Microsoft Office to design, develop, track, and optimize current processes to O365. This is a long-term contracting opportunity! All applicants MUST live in the surrounding Houston Area!!! Successful candidate must have an u nderstanding of competitive technologies to properly assess feasibility of migrating customer solutions from, and/or integrating with customer solutions hosted on, non-Microsoft platforms is also desired. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Understands and assists with enhancing IT customer communication and collaboration migrations in accordance with agreed upon service agreements. Designs, plans and performs Microsoft Exchange and Office 365 migrations. Proven design, planning and implementation experience with Microsoft Exchange 2010/2013 and Active Directory Design, planning and implementation experience with Windows Server technologies Experience in other messaging solutions such as anti-virus/anti-spam appliances and or applications, archiving solutions, mobility solutions or real-time collaboration solutions a plus Responsible for leadership and delivery of project based assignments that encompass system architecture, proof-of-concept and deployment services Perform system reviews of client telephony environments and prepare findings documents outlining short and long-term strategies Facilitate and lead client configuration planning meetings and articulate pros & cons of design/architecture decision across a wide spectrum of factors - e.g. latency, storage, startup/shutdown Strong customer relationship skills and willingness to lead customers through successful challenging projects which includes estimating, scoping, and writing effective statements of work that clearly set expectations and limit risk. Establish reputation as subject matter expert in assigned technology area REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor''s Degree in computer science, software design, management information systems, engineering or a related field, desired E xperience in technical solutions development using Microsoft platforms with extensive experience in design, architecture, and deployment of messaging solutions E xperience in solutions consulting spanning full-lifecycle technical leadership from requirements gathering through to implementation, transition, and operations. Microsoft Online Services iSphere provides our potential consultants with direct access to top area clients and decision makers frequently resulting in a quicker interview and hiring process. For our selected candidates, our recruiters provide resume and career coaching, interview preparation, knowledge of local compensation trends, and try to get to know you as a person all while providing as clear and consistent communication with you as possible. Many of our consulting roles offer the possibility to transition to staff assignments with our client companies for those candidates that are interested and can serve as an excellent chance to try an environment out before making a long-term career commitment to an organization. iSphere offers several choices of major medical plans as well as the opportunity to participate in 401K and profit sharing plans. Client access, flexibility, and support for your long-term goals; get more at iSphere ---------------------- About iSphere Building on a foundation of individual care and commitment for over 20 years, iSphere continues to grow by setting the standard for better service to both our IT consultants and the clients we serve. As Corporate and Government solution strategists and architects, iSphere provides innovative products, professional services, and staff to help private and public sector clients achieve their goals and transform their technology driven business models. Clients partner with us to deliver successful business-IT strategy, top technology systems and bright IT talent. Partners to the energy and financial trading, healthcare, education, and government sectors, iSphere''s team of skilled consultants are experts at solving business and technology challenges with advanced IT solutions. With an unflagging work ethic, a cohesive team, and a passion for innovative service and solutions, our clients know they can depend on iSphere.

Created: 2021-11-29