Exchange & Cloud Engineer/Architect

Role Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Exchange & Cloud Architect to manage, secure, and optimize a hybrid messaging environment comprising Exchange Server 2019 on-premises and Microsoft 365 Exchange Online. The role will lead Exchange 2019 to Office 365 migration initiatives and support broader cloud, server, virtualization, security, and backup operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Administer and maintain the hybrid Exchange environment, ensuring seamless integration between on-premises Exchange 2019 and Exchange Online

Lead end-to-end planning and execution of Exchange 2019 to Microsoft 365 migration projects

Manage identity and directory services, including Microsoft Entra ID, Azure AD Connect, and Active Directory

Oversee Windows Server, Linux Server, and Hyper-V virtualization environments

Implement and maintain email security, SSL/TLS, WAF, and backup/disaster recovery protocols

Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and maintain accurate technical documentation

Support broader cloud initiatives across Microsoft Azure, with working knowledge of AWS and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Collaborate with stakeholders to align infrastructure decisions with business and security requirements

Required Technical Skills:

Messaging & Microsoft 365

Exchange Server 2019, Exchange Online, Hybrid Exchange, Microsoft 365 Administration

Identity & Directory

Microsoft Entra ID, Azure AD Connect, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP

Cloud Platforms

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure; awareness of AWS and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Servers & Virtualization

Windows Server, Linux Server Administration, Hyper-V

Security & Continuity

WAF, email security, SSL/TLS, backup and recovery, disaster recovery planning

Migration & Operations

Cloud migration planning, mailbox migration, troubleshooting, monitoring, documentation

Required Experience:

5–7 years of experience in Microsoft messaging, infrastructure, and cloud technologies

Hands-on experience with Exchange Server 2019 administration and Exchange Hybrid deployments

Proven experience leading Exchange 2019 to Microsoft 365 / Office 365 migration projects

Preferred Certifications:

Microsoft 365 & Exchange

Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert (MS-102)

Exchange Online Administrator or equivalent messaging certification

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)

Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)

Windows / Hybrid Infrastructure

Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ-800/AZ-801)

Hyper-V Administration certification (preferred)

Cloud Platforms

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or Solutions Architect Associate

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations Associate

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Relevant Microsoft, cloud, infrastructure, and security certifications will be considered an added advantage

Key Competencies:

Exchange architecture and operations

Microsoft 365 and cloud migration expertise

Hybrid infrastructure and security management

Troubleshooting and incident resolution

Technical documentation and stakeholder communication