Technical Project Manager

Technical Project Manager

Location:

Long Beach, CA (Hybrid Onsite) Duration: 6+ months contract Visa: USC and GC

The client's Information Management Division is seeking an experienced and technically proficient Microsoft 365 Cross-Cloud Tenant-to-Tenant Migration project manager to plan, lead and execute the migration of the client's data and services from one Microsoft 365 tenant to another. As the Project Manager and technical specialist, you will play a critical role in leading a smooth and seamless transition of data, configurations, and identities between the source and target tenants while maintaining data integrity, security, and compliance.

This consultant will have led at least two previous migrations of this type. As the client-side project manager, this position must be experienced with vendor management.

Key responsibilities include project planning and management, task assignment and tracking, issue and risk management, status reporting, facilitating project meetings, pre-migration assessment, data and settings migration, Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) and identity management, SharePoint and One Drive migration, Microsoft Teams migration, email and messaging migration, domain and DNS configuration, testing and validation, user communication and training, data security and compliance, change management and user adoption, documentation, risk management, and post-migration support.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Project Planning and Management:
  Develop a comprehensive migration plan, including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and communication strategies, to ensure a smooth and successful migration process. Track issues and escalate when appropriate. Oversee vendor tasks associated with the following:
• Pre-migration Assessment:
  Conduct a thorough assessment of the source and target environments to identify data, configurations, and dependencies that need to be migrated.
• Data and Settings Migration:
  Execute the migration of data, configurations, and settings from the source tenant to the target tenant. This includes migrating emails, files, SharePoint sites, One Drive accounts, and other relevant data.
• Identity and Access Management:
  Handle the migration of user identities and access rights, ensuring a seamless transition for users and maintaining security and permissions.
• Azure AD and Domain Configuration:
  Set up and configure Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) in the target tenant, including synchronizing users, groups, and attributes from the source tenant.
• Email and Messaging Migration:
  Plan and execute the migration of email data, distribution groups, and other messaging-related components between the source and target tenants.
• SharePoint and One Drive Migration:
  Migrate SharePoint sites, document libraries, lists, and One Drive for Business data while preserving metadata, permissions, and workflows.
• Microsoft Teams Migration:
  Handle the migration of Teams, channels, chats, and associated files, ensuring seamless collaboration for users in the target tenant.
• DNS and Domain Configuration:
  Manage domain configurations and DNS settings to ensure a smooth transition and proper functioning of services in the target tenant.
• Testing and Validation:
  Conduct thorough testing and validation of migrated data and services to identify and resolve any issues before finalizing the migration.
• User Communication and Training:
  Communicate with end-users about the migration process, provide training if needed and address any concerns or questions during the migration.
• Change Management:
  Implement change management strategies to facilitate user adoption, manage resistance, and ensure a positive user experience throughout the migration.
• Data Security and Compliance:
  Ensure data security and compliance with relevant regulations throughout the migration process, taking necessary measures to protect sensitive information.
• Post-migration Support:
  Provide post-migration support to address any user-reported issues and ensure a smooth transition to the target environment.
• Documentation:
  Create detailed documentation of the migration process,…