Systems Administrator; Microsoft

Position: Systems Administrator (Microsoft )
Overview  Our client in the logistics space is looking for a contract based System Administrator to manage and secure a hybrid Microsoft infrastructure environment across cloud and on-premises platforms.
This role will focus on Microsoft Entra , Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Defender, Azure services, and Active Directory administration, ensuring secure identity management, endpoint compliance, and operational stability. The ideal candidate will also have basic knowledge of Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O;) to support troubleshooting and setting operations.

Location:

Hybrid Mississauga
Duration: 6 months to start
Responsibilities   Administer Microsoft Entra  identity lifecycle management, RBAC, Conditional Access, MFA, and Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
Manage and support Microsoft 365 / Office 365 administration and user access
Maintain hybrid identity infrastructure using Azure AD Connect, SSO, and password protection policies
Monitor authentication activity and troubleshoot identity and access‑related issues
Configure and manage Microsoft Intune for device enrollment, compliance policies, application deployment, and security baselines
Manage Windows Autopilot, endpoint provisioning, patching, and endpoint protection
Support mobile device management (MDM) for iOS and Android devices
Implement and administer Microsoft Defender for Endpoint policies and security controls
Monitor and respond to security alerts and compliance‑related incidents
Manage Azure infrastructure components including virtual machines, virtual networks, NSGs, Azure Firewall, and storage accounts
Configure and maintain Azure Backup, Site Recovery, and disaster‑recovery solutions
Automate operational tasks using Azure Automation and enforce governance policies
Administer on‑premises Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and hybrid integrations
Perform server maintenance, monitoring, patching, and operational support activities
Provide basic support and troubleshooting for Dynamics 365 F&O; environments and Azure integrations
Create and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and support guides
Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to support secure and productive operations
Participate in on‑call and after‑hours support as required
Requirements   3–5 years of experience managing Microsoft cloud and hybrid infrastructure environments
Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Entra , Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Defender, Azure administration, and Microsoft 365
Experience supporting hybrid Active Directory environments and identity synchronization
Understanding of endpoint management, compliance policies, and device security best practices
Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals including DNS, routing, VPNs, and firewalls
Basic knowledge of Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O;) infrastructure and integrations

Experience with Azure Backup, disaster recovery, and automation tools
Solid troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
Preferred Certifications   Microsoft Certified:
Azure Administrator Associate
Microsoft 365 Certified:
Endpoint Administrator Associate
Microsoft Certified:
Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals

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