M365 Engineer

Description This opportunity is for a Microsoft 365 Administrator to support the client's M365 team during a period of understaffing and increased project demand. The primary focus will be improving the organization's Microsoft 365 security posture by reviewing Falcon Shield findings, evaluating security risks, and supporting remediation efforts across Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and Entra ID. Additional responsibilities include enterprise application and app registration reviews, service account to service principal initiatives, PowerShell automation improvements, and general M365 tenant administration. The resource will work closely with the M365 Manager and Senior Engineer and will be dedicated primarily to project work rather than day-to-day operational support. The environment supports approximately 8,000 users, and the engagement is expected to last 2-3 months, with potential for longer-term opportunities if there is a strong mutual fit. Skills Microsoft, Cyber security, Compliance, Automation, Powershell, Support, Active directory, Security policy, Ms teams, Monitoring tools Top Skills Details 1. Microsoft 365 Administration • Hands-on administration of Microsoft 365 tenant services including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and Entra ID. • Responsible for tenant settings, policy management, security configurations, and day-to-day administration activities. • Success requires someone who has been the primary M365 administrator in a large enterprise environment and understands the platform beyond basic support. • Experience supporting large-scale environments (approximately 8,000 users) strongly preferred. 2. Microsoft 365 Security & Security Posture Management • Lead remediation efforts related to Falcon Shield findings and improve the organization's overall M365 security posture. • Evaluate security recommendations, assess business impact, determine appropriate remediation actions, and partner with stakeholders on implementation plans. 3. Entra ID / Identity & Access Management • Work with enterprise applications, app registrations, API access, delegated permissions, application permissions, service accounts, and service principals. • Assist with securing integrations and improving identity management practices throughout the tenant. • Success requires strong understanding of core Entra ID administration and security concepts. 4. PowerShell Automation • Support modernization and optimization of existing onboarding and licensing automation scripts. • Review and improve legacy scripts while identifying opportunities for automation and operational efficiencies. • Success requires the ability to read, understand, and enhance complex existing PowerShell scripts. 5. Exchange Online, Teams, and SharePoint Administration • Manage policies, tenant configurations, security settings, and platform governance across the Microsoft collaboration stack. • Support implementation of security and operational improvements throughout the environment. • Success requires practical administration experience across the core M365 workloads and the ability to work closely with engineering and operations teams. Key Attributes of Success • Strong hands-on M365 administration experience. • Experience operating in large enterprise environments. • Ability to assess security findings and determine business impact. • Comfortable partnering with multiple teams to implement changes. • Capable of identifying improvement opportunities and making recommendations. Able to work independently while collaborating closely with Senior engineers and leadership. Additional Skills & Qualifications 1. Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation to support onboarding and licensing process improvements, including reviewing and optimizing existing scripts. 2. Exposure to enterprise applications, app registrations, API permissions, service accounts, and service principals within Microsoft 365 and Entra ID environments. 3. Experience working with Microsoft 365 security posture initiatives, including reviewing findings, evaluating risk, and supporting remediation efforts. 4. Preferred experience with Microsoft Purview and related compliance and governance initiatives. 5. Exposure to Proofpoint or similar email security solutions is beneficial. 6. Experience supporting a large enterprise Microsoft 365 environment is strongly preferred, as the team manages approximately 8,000 users. Experience Level Expert Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Nashville, TN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $90.00 - $100.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 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