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Microsoft 365 Modern Workplace Engineer

Colombo, Sri Lanka • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • 3+ years engineering and supporting Microsoft 365 in managed service environments.
  • Hands-on experience with Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Teams and Microsoft Entra ID.
  • Experience with Microsoft Intune and Windows Autopilot at scale for device management and provisioning.

Role Type

Permanent • Full-time • Mid-level Senior

Description

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The Microsoft 365 Modern Workplace Engineer sits withinÌýNovigi’sÌýModern WorkplaceÌýline of business andÌýis responsible forÌýengineering,ÌýdeployingÌýand supporting the Microsoft 365 environments that underpin how our clients work every day.Ìý

Working across multiple client tenants, the role moves between project delivery and escalated support – designing and improving modern workplace platforms that span identity, devices, collaboration,ÌýsecurityÌýand compliance.Ìý

BecauseÌýNovigi’sÌýclientsÌýoperateÌýin regulated, security-conscious sectors, the role balances a high-quality end-user experience with strong security,ÌýgovernanceÌýand compliance, applying consistent standards across diverse client environments.Ìý

The Modern Workplace Engineer is a key technical escalation point within the team – resolving the issues others cannot, automating repetitive work, and helping uplift the wayÌýNovigiÌýdelivers modern workplace atÌýscale.ÌýÌý

About the roleÌý

Responsibilities:ÌýÌý

Microsoft 365 Administration & OperationsÌý

  • Administer and optimise Microsoft 365 across multiple client tenants, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online,ÌýOneDriveÌýand Microsoft Teams.Ìý
  • Maintain the health,ÌýperformanceÌýand configuration of client environments,ÌýmonitoringÌýservice health and acting on issues proactively.Ìý
  • MaintainÌýaccurateÌýconfiguration baselines,ÌýdocumentationÌýand runbooks for each client environment.Ìý
  • Manage change in line with governance and ITIL processes, ensuring changes are well-tested and clearly communicated.Ìý
  • Monitor licensing, capacity and adoption, recommending cost and end-user experience improvements whereÌýappropriate.Ìý

Identity & Access ManagementÌý

  • Manage identity and access using Microsoft Entra ID, including Conditional Access, single sign-on, MFA and privileged access controls.Ìý
  • Implement andÌýmaintainÌýidentity governance aligned to each client’s security posture and regulatory obligations.Ìý
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex authentication,ÌýaccessÌýand directory synchronisation issues across client environments.Ìý
  • Ensure identity configurations are consistent, well-documented and aligned toÌýNovigi’sÌýplatform standards.Ìý

Endpoint & Device ManagementÌý

  • Engineer device management and provisioning with Microsoft Intune and Windows Autopilot at scale.Ìý
  • Build andÌýmaintainÌýcompliance,ÌýconfigurationÌýand application deployment policies across managed devices.Ìý
  • Support and improve the end-user device experience, reducing friction and manual effort wherever possible.Ìý
  • Resolve complex endpoint issues escalated from the service desk across Windows and, where applicable, macOS and mobile.Ìý

Security & ComplianceÌý

  • Implement andÌýmonitorÌýsecurity controls using Microsoft Defender, ConditionalÌýAccessÌýand Microsoft Secure Score.Ìý
  • Configure andÌýmaintainÌýcompliance capability in Microsoft Purview, including data loss prevention,ÌýretentionÌýand sensitivity labels.Ìý
  • Align modern workplace configurations to client regulatory obligations, including APRA CPS 234 and CPS 230 where relevant.Ìý
  • IdentifyÌýand remediate security and configuration risks across client tenants.Ìý
  • Contribute to incident response and post-incident improvement for modern workplace security events.Ìý

Project Delivery & Client EngagementÌý

  • Deliver Microsoft 365 projects across multiple clients – migrations, service rollouts, tenantÌýconfigurationÌýand modern workplace transformations.Ìý
  • Scope and plan work with client stakeholders, communicating clearly and managing expectations throughout delivery.Ìý
  • Act as a trusted technical advisor, translating client needs into practical, well-governed modern workplace solutions.Ìý
  • Manage competing priorities and context-switch effectively across multiple client environments.Ìý
  • Document and hand over delivered work so it can be supported consistently by the wider team.Ìý
  • Build strong working relationships with client IT and business contacts across engagements.Ìý

Automation & Continuous ImprovementÌý

  • Build automation and reduce manual effort using PowerShell, MicrosoftÌýGraphÌýand the Power Platform.Ìý
  • IdentifyÌýopportunities to standardise and streamline modern workplace delivery across clients.Ìý
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement ofÌýNovigi’sÌýstandards,ÌýtoolingÌýand ways of working.Ìý

Technical Escalation & QualityÌý

  • Act as anÌýescalation point for complex modern workplace incidents across clients.Ìý
  • Maintain a high standard of quality in the configurations and solutionsÌýNovigiÌýdelivers andÌýoperates.Ìý
  • Share knowledge and mentor service desk and support colleagues to lift overall team capability.Ìý

Skills and experienceÌý

Education and Experience:Ìý

  • Three or more years engineering and supporting Microsoft 365 inÌýmanaged serviceÌýenvironments.Ìý
  • Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Entra ID, Intune, Exchange Online,ÌýTeamsÌýand SharePoint Online.Ìý
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 security and compliance tooling, including Defender, ConditionalÌýAccessÌýand Purview.Ìý
  • ProficiencyÌýin PowerShell scripting and familiarity with Microsoft Graph for automation and reporting.Ìý
  • Experience with Windows Autopilot and modern device provisioning at scale.Ìý
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and context-switch across multiple client environments.Ìý
  • Strong client-facing communication skills, with the ability to document and explain technical decisions to varied audiences.Ìý
  • Prior experience in an MSP,ÌýconsultancyÌýor multi-tenant environment (highly regarded).Ìý
  • Exposure to Azure infrastructure, hybrid identity (Microsoft Entra Connect)Ìýand the Power Platform.Ìý
  • Familiarity with regulated-industry frameworks such as APRA CPS 234 / CPS 230, ISO 27001 or the Essential Eight, and relevant Microsoft certifications (highly regarded).Ìý

Role BoundariesÌý

  • Accountable for:ÌýThe quality, security and consistency of the Microsoft 365 environments engineered and supported across assigned clients; spanning identity, device, collaboration,ÌýsecurityÌýand compliance configuration and the resolution of complex escalated issues.Ìý
  • Not accountable for: Direct people management, ownership of client commercial relationships and contracts, managed service SLA ownership, or the day-to-day running of the service desk (these sit with the relevant leads and managers).Ìý

Success MeasuresÌý

  • Microsoft 365 environments across assigned clients are secure, well-configured and consistentlyÌýmaintainedÌýtoÌýNovigi’sÌýstandards.Ìý
  • Projects are delivered to scope, on time and with minimal disruption to client operations.Ìý
  • Complex escalations are resolved efficiently, with a reduction in recurring issues over time.Ìý
  • Identity,ÌýdeviceÌýand security configurations are consistent and well-documented across client environments.Ìý
  • Client stakeholders regard the engineer as a trusted, responsive technical partner.Ìý
  • Manual effort is reduced through effective automation and standardisation.Ìý
  • Modern workplace configurations meet relevant client regulatory and security obligations.Ìý
  • Service desk and support colleagues are supported and upskilled through knowledge sharing.Ìý
  • Measurable improvement in the quality,ÌýsecurityÌýand reliability of client modern workplace environments over time.Ìý

Company Overview

Novigi is the data and technology partner to the Financial Services Industry with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Wollongong and Colombo, Sri Lanka. At our core, we are data-driven transformation and business optimisation experts. We partner with our clients to transform their business functions through the clever use of data and interoperability. We do this by offering a range of services and solutions.