Microsoft 365 Migration Engineer

Job Title: Microsoft 365 Migration Engineer
Location: Remote (Quarterly travel to Bristol)
Remuneration: £650 per day
Contract Details: Fixed Term Contract (6 months)

Role Overview:
Join our client's dynamic team as a Microsoft 365 Migration Engineer! We are seeking a talented individual to spearhead a large-scale transformation from on-premises infrastructure into Microsoft 365. This hands-on role involves executing migration strategies and working closely with Microsoft Support and Accenture to ensure a seamless, secure transition aligned with cloud best practices. If you are passionate about driving digital transformation and have a knack for migration engineering, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Execute migration activities across Microsoft 365 workloads, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Teams.


• Implement and configure Identity & Access Management (IAM) solutions: Entra ID, SSO, Conditional Access, and MFA.


• Configure and optimize Microsoft 365 tenants and domains for peak performance.


• Migrate file services and collaboration platforms to cloud-native solutions efficiently.


• Troubleshoot migration issues, optimize throughput, and manage remediation activities.


• Ensure minimal downtime and a smooth user cutover experience.


• Align engineering delivery with architecture defined by Microsoft and Accenture for best results.

Technical Requirements:

• Identity & Access: Entra ID (Azure AD), Azure AD Connect/Cloud Sync, SSO, Conditional Access, MFA, SSPR.


• Messaging: Exchange Server (on-prem), Exchange Online (including hybrid configurations), mail flow, DNS, connectors, Autodiscover.


• File & Collaboration: Proficient in SharePoint Online, SharePoint Server, OneDrive for Business, Microsoft Teams, and file migration tools.


• Tools & Technologies: Skilled in PowerShell, Microsoft 365 Admin Center, Security & Compliance Center, and migration tooling.


• Security & Compliance: Knowledgeable about Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Information Protection, retention policies, and Defender for Office 365.

Desirable Experience:

• Proven experience delivering end-to-end Microsoft 365 migrations.


• Strong background across both on-premises and cloud environments.


• Deep understanding of identity, security, and collaboration ecosystems.


• Experience working within structured programs alongside large consultancies or vendors.

Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of cloud transformation! If you're ready to make a significant impact, apply today and let's shape the future together! Don't miss out on the chance to be part of an innovative team committed to excellence.

We can't wait to see what you bring to the table!

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