Client Solution Architect (CSA) is looking for a 365 Solution Architect in the Grafenwoehr Germany location. The 365 Solution Architect will design, develop, implement and maintain solutions to meet collaboration requirements in an environment that is compliant with DoD and US. Army cybersecurity standards. Many of these solutions will be within a Microsoft 365 ecosystem including but not limited to SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive for Business, Exchange Online, and Power Platform.
How Your Role Will Make an Impact:
- Organize, implement, and maintain the customer’s Information Management systems, (e.g., SharePoint, organizational one drives, MS Teams), and JMSC websites on NIPRNET and SIPRNET in compliance with DoD policies and regulations, and local NEC policies.
- Develop and maintain processes, tools, and technologies focused on exploiting the knowledge assets, including web parts, portal pages, or other design development meant to improve customer KM processes and procedures, in order to achieve mission-critical objectives.
- Design and implement secure, scalable Microsoft 365 solutions utilizing advanced features for encryption, data loss prevention, and secure access. Integrate Microsoft 365 with other critical Army systems to ensure end-to-end security and operational efficiency.
- Develop and provide A365/SharePoint training as required to both customer and contractor employees.
- Establish and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), mid- and long-range planning documents, strategies and other supporting documentation as needed.
- Create portal sites that provide capabilities overviews, exercise development products and tips, scheduling, contact information lists, and any other information the Government deems necessary. This includes web part or other design development meant to improve JMSC processes and procedures.
- Support in providing the ability to manipulate stored data and inputs to provide outputs of specific information such as scheduling calendars with multiple data fields that can deliver specific information in response to a query.
- Provide content management services, software development life cycle, requirements analysis, design, software construction, testing, debugging, deployment, and maintenance.
- Develop and provide concept and design briefs and information documents concerning the portal/website design and changes.
- Review the existing processes and report on the status of the authorized groups, roles, users, and permissions of the customer portals/websites and provide reports as required.
- Monitor, identify and report as required portal/website deficiencies, outages or other unavailability.
- Conduct content management on the customer portal/websites in coordination with the customer Knowledge Manager. Ensure current and future data and processes are accessible to the customer via the portal/website.
- Regularly assess Microsoft 365 deployments for security improvements, compliance alignment, and operational efficiency. Stay current with Army security policies and Microsoft 365 updates to implement best practices and innovations, ensuring the ecosystem remains at the forefront of secure collaboration and productivity tools.
What You Will Need to Join Our Award-Winning Team:
- Clearance: Must possess and maintain a U.S. Secret Clearance
- A bachelor’s degree plus 3 years of recent specialized experience, OR an associate’s degree plus 7 years of recent specialized experience OR a major certification plus 7 years of recent specialized experience, OR 11 years of recent specialized experience.
- Ability to effectively manage complex projects involving continuous iterative reviews and engagement with the customer.
- Ability to effectively communicate complex concepts.
- Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication, and time management skills.
- Good work ethic and self-starting attitude, and ability to work well among a team of professionals.
- Ability to perform in customer settings and discern client business needs.
- Strong analytical, solution design and problem-solving skills.
- Desire to work in a team environment and work across organization functional boundaries.
- Ability to work capably under stress and to juggle multiple tasks within tight deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with stakeholders at all levels.
- Outstanding work ethic and personal integrity.
- Superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to document and update processes.
- Ability to perform tasks under deadlines.
- Ability to work with senior Government and Industry leaders.
- Possess a very high degree of attention to detail.
- Capable of working at a computer terminal for extended periods.
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts, day or night, for consecutive days up to 4 weeks.
- Outstanding interpersonal and written communication skills.
- Must be able to travel to various locations throughout the USAREUR-AF Theater in Europe and Africa.
What Sets You Apart:
- Demonstrated track record as a Microsoft 365 Solutions Architect, showcasing a portfolio of successfully deployed solutions within a secure and compliant environment.
- In-depth technical knowledge of Microsoft 365 services, cloud security principles, data governance, and compliance frameworks relevant to the Army and DoD.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with a proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
- The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in a variety of programming languages and technical skills that are critical for developing, customizing, and managing solutions within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. These skills include:
- PowerShell: Proficiency in automating administrative tasks, managing configurations, and scripting for deployment within Microsoft 365 environments.
- JavaScript/TypeScript: Advanced knowledge in client-side scripting for enhancing interactivity and functionality of SharePoint Online pages and developing custom solutions that integrate seamlessly with Microsoft 365 APIs.
- C#: Experience in server-side development, particularly for running custom business logic on Azure, which integrates with Microsoft 365 services, and creating Azure Functions to extend Power Automate flows.
- HTML & CSS: Solid understanding of web development standards for designing and customizing user interfaces within SharePoint Online, including custom web parts and applications.
- JSON: Familiarity with JSON for configuring and customizing Microsoft 365 services, including SharePoint Online modern experiences and Microsoft Teams layouts.
- Microsoft Dateverse: Knowledge of SQL for data manipulation and integration purposes, especially beneficial when connecting Microsoft 365 solutions with external databases or using Dataverse data sources in Power BI.
- Data Governance and Compliance: Understanding of data governance policies, practices, and compliance frameworks relevant to secure environments, including knowledge of DoD compliance standards like DFARS, NIST SP 800-171, and CMMC.
- Security and Identity Management: Expertise in implementing security measures, including encryption, data loss prevention, and managing identities and access using Azure Active Directory.
- Advanced Microsoft 365 and Power Platform Expertise: Expert-level knowledge in developing solutions with Microsoft 365 services, including comprehensive use of the Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) for business process automation, custom application development, and data analytics.
- Deep Security and Compliance Acumen: Proficient in implementing Microsoft 365 security and compliance features tailored to meet DoD and Army standards. Familiarity with advanced security configurations, threat protection mechanisms, and compliance management within the Microsoft 365 security center.
- Cloud Architecture and Integration: Solid background in cloud architecture principles, especially Azure, for the integration of services with Microsoft 365. Experience with API management, hybrid environments, and secure cloud-to-on-premises connectivity.
- Development Languages and Tools: Proficiency in scripting and automation with PowerShell. Knowledge of development languages such as JavaScript for client-side scripting, .NET for backend services, and experience with the SharePoint Framework (SPFx) for custom solution development.
- Collaboration Tools Customization: Expertise in customizing and extending Microsoft Teams and SharePoint Online to enhance collaboration, including developing custom apps, bots, and workflows within Teams, and designing intranet sites and document management solutions in SharePoint.
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