Microsoft 365 Architect Hybrid, Regina, SK, Canada

Company Overview:

Arctiq is a North American professional and managed services firm built around three Centers of Excellence: Enterprise Security Modern Infrastructure and Platform Engineering. We help large enterprises modernize how they deliver IT connecting infrastructure security networking applications and cloud into a coherent operating model rather than a stack of disconnected tools.

Position Overview:

**This is not a remote role it is Hybrid Regina SK Canada with an 8/3 Start Date**

We are seeking an experienced Microsoft 365 Architect to lead the design configuration implementation migration and ongoing optimization of the full M365 suite. This senior role serves as the primary technical authority for M365 and Azure initiatives driving architectural decisions aligned to organizational objectives Zero Trust security principles and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities:

Architecture & Design

• Lead end-to-end M365 solution architecture including system architecture documentation integration design and system security architecture aligned to Zero Trust principles.
• Design and implement solutions across the full M365 suite: Intune Teams SharePoint OneDrive Exchange Online Microsoft 365 Apps and Microsoft Purview.
• Architect identity device and data protection controls using Microsoft Entra ID Intune Defender and Purview in hybrid and cloud-native environments.

Security Compliance & Data Governance

• Design and implement sensitivity label frameworks DLP policies retention configurations and alerting workflows within Microsoft Purview.
• Enforce Zero Trust architecture across identity device and data planes; conduct security assessments and drive remediation of compliance gaps.

Migration Planning & Execution

• Lead tenant-to-tenant migrations including pre-migration assessments migration planning execution and post-migration validation across mail Teams SharePoint and OneDrive workloads.
• Develop detailed migration runbooks cutover plans and rollback procedures to ensure data integrity and continuity of service.

Implementation & DevOps

• Configure and deploy M365 workloads and manage Intune device compliance configuration profiles and MAM policies.
• Build and maintain Azure DevOps pipelines for M365 configuration automation change management and deployment workflows.

Collaboration & Governance

• Work with cross-functional technical teams to deliver integrated solutions; act as technical advisor and primary escalation point for M365 platform issues.
• Develop and enforce M365 governance frameworks platform documentation naming standards and lifecycle management policies.

Qualifications:

• Technical Skills
  • 7-10 years of expert-level hands-on M365 specialist experience in designing implementing configuring and troubleshooting Intune Office Outlook Teams OneDrive SharePoint and Purview
  • Advanced knowledge of the full M365 suite and Microsoft Azure platform including hybrid infrastructure scenarios and Azure DevOps.
  • Deep expertise in Microsoft Purview (sensitivity labels DLP eDiscovery retention) Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft Defender for Office 365.
  • Proficiency in PowerShell scripting Microsoft Graph API and Power Automate for M365 automation and reporting.
  • Strong ability to produce formal system architecture and security architecture documentation for complex regulated environments.
  • Demonstrated experience with tenant-to-tenant migrations sensitivity label configuration (Purview) Zero Trust architecture and Azure DevOps.
  • Experience in Government/Crown Corporation Utility or other highly regulated environments is an asset. Nuclear industry experience is a strong asset.
  
  
  • Post-secondary education in Software Engineering Computer Science Information Technology or equivalent technical discipline.
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Required
  • TOGAF 9 or 10 Certified Required
  • ITIL Foundation or higher Required
  • Azure Security Engineer Desired but not required

Arctiq is an equal opportunity employer. If you need any accommodations or adjustments throughout the interview process and beyond please let us know. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.

We thank you foryour interest in joining the Arctiq team! While we welcome all applicants only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

**This is a contract position with a client of Arctiq**

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Employment Type : Contract
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1