M365 Engineer

Planet Technologies, the Nation’s leading Microsoft services provider to the public sector, is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our growing team as a M365 Engineer. In this role, you will be supporting impactful projects that make a difference for our country.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing and supporting Microsoft 365 environments. This role requires a hands-on professional with expertise in various M365 applications, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with team members and end-users.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the Microsoft 365 environment, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive for Business, Teams, and other M365 applications.
• Monitor system performance, ensure the health and reliability of the M365 services, and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Provide end-user support and training for M365 applications and services.
• Implement and manage security policies, compliance features, and data protection measures within M365.
• Ensure adherence to organizational policies and procedures for information security and compliance.
• Configure and manage user accounts, permissions, and access rights in M365.
• Handle the deployment and configuration of new M365 features and services.
• Manage email flow, spam filtering, and email security configurations.
• Integrate M365 applications with other business systems and services.
• Develop and implement automation scripts and workflows to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of the M365 environment, configurations, and procedures.
• Generate reports on system performance, usage, and security compliance.

Skills Required

• Extensive knowledge and experience with Microsoft 365 administration, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive for Business, Teams, and related services.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and management tasks.
• Strong understanding of M365 security and compliance features.
• Experience with Active Directory and Azure Active Directory.
• Familiarity with networking concepts and protocols related to M365 services.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, managing and supporting Microsoft 365 environments.
• Experience in an IT support or helpdesk role is advantageous.
• Experience with M365 migrations and implementations is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Essentials

• Certifications: Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert, Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator Associate, or other M365 certifications are highly desirable.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Clearance: Public Trust is required

Planet Technologies is the leading provider of Microsoft Consulting Services to public sector and commercial organizations.  Planet has significant experience in deploying business intelligence, cloud services, unified communications, and systems management with an emphasis building, deploying, and managing custom solutions that transform the business operations of federal government agencies.
Planet Technologies does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms and conditions of employment, or practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. Federal Agency Clearance Requirements may require up to a 10-year background investigation - US Citizenship (clearable) is required.
Salaries for Engineers at Planet Technologies range from $95,000 and $190,000. Several factors will impact final pay offered to a successful candidate including but not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, clearance level, the type of years and experience within the industry, education, training, etc.
Visit www.go-planet.com to learn more about us. Details about our benefits can be found here Planet Technologies Benefits Guide 2024-2025. Apply