Fortune 500 Sr. Application Solutions Architect (GA, AL, MS or IL)

Our Fortune 500 Company client is seeking to directly hire a talented Sr. Application Solutions Architect.

CANDIDATE SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:  

In order to receive consideration for an interview referral submission to our client's Hiring Manager for this role, each candidate must be reasonably qualified and comply with the following requirements: 

1) Must be within commutable distance to Atlanta, GA or Birmingham, AL or Gulfport, MS or Naperville, IL. 

2) Fully comply with ALL instructions below under the [How to Apply] section.

3) Fully complete all Responses to the Hiring Manager's Screening Questions below.

4) Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. WITHOUT requiring any current or future sponsorship (e.g., U.S. citizen, permanent resident card).

JOB SUMMARY 

This position is responsible for designing, deploying, managing, and optimizing Fortune 500 Company’s electronic communications infrastructure and user connectivity to email services. The primary focus is on Microsoft Exchange (hybrid), which integrates with other Microsoft 365/Azure solutions such as Outlook clients (desktop, mobile, and web), ProofPoint Email Gateway, RightFax Electronic Faxing, Microsoft Teams, and Mobile messaging support. The role also involves influencing the adoption and enhancement of other Microsoft 365 technologies across the organization.

JOB REQUIREMENTS  

Education / Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience designing and implementing Microsoft Exchange on-prem and Exchange Online solutions required 
• Previous experience administering Proofpoint products highly desired
• Experience with mail routing and email security required
• Knowledge of a wide array of Microsoft 365 and Azure configurations highly desired
• PowerShell scripting or other script language experience highly desired

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills:

• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Exchange (hybrid) and its integration with other Microsoft 365/Azure solutions required
• Knowledge of capacity planning and disaster recovery issues in a hybrid Exchange environment required
• Knowledge of Microsoft Teams and its integration with Exchange Online desired
• Ability to influence and collaborate with other Microsoft 365 architects and engineers required 
• Competent knowledge in the use of PowerShell for configuration/administration and scripting operational tasks required
• Specific knowledge of data networking, computer system security, and general knowledge of other technology infrastructure components
• High level of knowledge working in MS Windows operating systems at both the server & workstation level
• Strong ability to learn new technology and consume information quickly
• Strong research, analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP protocols 

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Architect and design electronic communications solutions in accordance with the chosen strategies
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to research, troubleshoot, and resolve problems involving electronic communications and perform root cause analysis
• Define and oversee the daily administration of electronic communications services/software including Exchange, M365 (Exchange Online), Proofpoint, Outlook, mail routing, etc. The role typically does not involve performing the daily tasks, but may provide assistance when needed
• Define and enforce standard processes for hardware / software support and project completion
• Negotiate and manage vendor contracts to ensure purchased entitlements are fully leveraged and issues are resolved satisfactorily
• Lead and mentor the development, validation and documentation of work processes and automations that increase team effectiveness and promote self-service
• Evaluate and optimize application performance and identify performance improvement options and monitoring opportunities
• Collaborate and coordinate with other areas, both within the Technology Organization and within the business
• Strategize and innovate solutions to client problems within service level time frames
• Plan and execute project plans according to Productivity Technologies guidelines
• Research and recommend implementation and communication of new features and capabilities within the Microsoft 365 suite
• Build and maintain good client relationships
• Communicate progress, problems and best practices to management, leads, and team

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HOW TO APPLY:

• Click on the APPLY button to send your resume and other credentials and full responses to the Hiring Manager's Questionnaire below to MPN Diversity Recruiters.

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HIRING MANAGER'S SCREENING QUESTIONS:  

Please answer ALL of the questions BELOW as accurately as possible.  If you're determined to be reasonably qualified, you will be submitted to our client for a potential interview and direct hiring consideration for this great opportunity.

1. What is your architecture and design experience with Exchange on-prem and Exchange Online as it pertains to mail protocols, mail routing, and configurations of full end to end mail components?
2. What is your architecture and design experience with ProofPoint or other mail hygiene systems?
3. Please list any relevant scripting knowledge.