Cloud & Infrastructure Consultant (Azure/Microsoft 365) at Excelraise

Core Job Details Client: State of South Carolina-DSS Job ID: 9109 Location: Columbia, SC (Hybrid: 2 days onsite/week) Contract Rate: $55 - $65/hour Duration: 12 Months (with possibility of Extension) Job Description: The candidate will provide technical expertise and support for ongoing projects and system support tasks assigned to the SC Department of Social Services Server and Cloud Services Administration unit. This position will work for the manager of that team and the Director of Network Operations and Data Center services, and with the Agency infrastructure, server, and database teams. This position will consult with Agency management, technical, and development teams to design and achieve secure, stable, and responsive systems and services, with a goal of improved system availability and performance for Agency customers, both internal and external. Candidates will work in a large state agency, deploying, maintaining, and securing the cloud storage, MS365, and Azure services supporting critical state and federal programs. **Note: Candidate must be a CURRENT SC resident. No relocation assistance provided.** Key Responsibilities Cloud Migration & Administration: Provide technical leadership for migrating SC DSS applications and storage to Microsoft Azure; monitor and optimize Azure/cloud infrastructure performance, and ensure reliable integration with state-hosted services. Identity & Access Management: Administer and secure enterprise identity services using MS Active Directory, including user/group management, access controls, and security policies (GPO). Security & Compliance: Administer and secure email and data using Microsoft 365, Office 365, SharePoint Online, and Proofpoint; implement security countermeasures to meet strict State and Federal requirements. Automation & Scripting: Leverage PowerShell expertise to automate system administration tasks, monitoring, reporting, and deploy consistent configurations across the environment. Operations & Support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Security, Network Services, Database, End User Support) to support system architecture, virtualization platforms, and DevOps frameworks. Mentorship & Documentation: Produce clear and detailed technical documentation and reports, and mentor junior staff to improve team knowledge and operational consistency. Required Technical Skills (4+ Years) Azure Cloud and Virtualization: Hands-on experience with Azure IaaS/PaaS administration, monitoring, and optimization. Microsoft 365/Office 365: Deep experience with administration, security, and maintenance of the M365 suite (Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, MS Teams). MS Active Directory: Proven experience administering Active Directory in a large enterprise environment. PowerShell: Expert-level scripting and automation for cloud and on-premises administration tasks. Proofpoint: 3+ years of experience administering Proofpoint for email security, archiving, and data loss prevention (DLP). Open-Source Frameworks: Knowledge of frameworks such as ASP.Net (for supporting internal applications). Preferred Qualifications Experience with Datacenter and Network Infrastructure administration. Strong familiarity with security policies and group management, including Group Policy Objects (GPO). Familiarity with web technologies: JavaScript, HTML5, and SQL Server. Basic Professional Qualifications Exceptional written and oral communication skills for technical, non-technical, and customer/stakeholder audiences. Ability to work in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment. Willingness to work occasional off-hours and weekends for scheduled system maintenance. CategoryDetailsEmployment TypeContractScheduleHybrid (2 days onsite per week)Location1201 Main Street Suite 600, Columbia, SC 29201Residency RequirementMust be a current South Carolina resident.Interview Process1 Round, Virtual