Senior Microsoft M365 and Azure Cloud Engineer

Overview

Senior Microsoft 365 and Azure Cloud Engineer responsible for managing and maintaining the client's M365 and Azure infrastructure, ensuring its reliability, security, and scalability.

What you'll do

• Manage day-to-day identity in Microsoft Entra ID: Conditional Access policies, SSPR, PIM, directory sync (Entra Connect / Cloud Sync), B2B/B2C configurations, app registrations, enterprise app management.
• Manage devices in Microsoft Intune: enrollment (BYOD and corporate), compliance policies, configuration profiles, app deployment, co-management with SCCM if applicable, Autopilot.
• Manage Microsoft Purview: data classification, sensitivity labels, DLP policies, insider risk management, communication compliance, audit log review.
• Manage Exchange Online: mail flow rules, connectors, hybrid configuration, anti-spam and anti-phishing policies (Defender for Office 365).
• Govern SharePoint Online and OneDrive permissions, external sharing controls and tenant-level configuration.
• Manage Microsoft Teams policies and governance (lifecycle, guest access, DLP integration).
• Integrate Microsoft 365 Defender / Defender XDR with incident response, alert triage and basic threat hunting.
• Operate Azure IaaS/PaaS: set up VMs, VNets, NSGs, storage accounts and Key Vault.
• Integrate Entra ID with Azure resources: set up RBAC, managed identities and service principals.
• Perform and monitor compliance posture with Azure Policy and Defender for Cloud.
• Set up hybrid connectivity: ExpressRoute, VPN Gateways and Azure Arc.
• Automate Azure and M365 workloads using PowerShell and Microsoft Graph API.
• Operate Azure Monitor, Log Analytics and Sentinel.
• Continuously monitor and optimize Azure resources to minimize costs while maximizing performance and efficiency.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities using PowerShell scripts, ARM templates or other cloud-based automation tools.
• Maintain cloud network configurations and network diagrams.
• Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements within the Azure environment.
• Manage access control and identity management within Azure Active Directory.
• Maintain detailed documentation of configurations, procedures and troubleshooting steps for Azure infrastructure.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• At least 5 years of experience working directly with M365 and Azure client operations tools.
• At least 2 years of experience working with other Azure components.
• Strong understanding of M365 services, including Intune and Mobile Device Management (MDM).
• Administrative experience with multiple operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iPhone OS.
• Familiarity with networking concepts, including VPNs, firewalls and DNS.
• Experience with virtual machines, storage, networking, security and database services.
• Background with Active Directory Services, including DNS, DHCP and DFS.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain cloud network configurations and network diagrams.
• Proficiency in scripting or automation (e.g., PowerShell, CLI).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently or in a team.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate client service hours.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• One or more certifications in Microsoft Azure.

Nice to have

• At least 2 years of experience in cybersecurity.

Details

• Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India.
• Fully remote; Clearwater is a virtual company and all colleagues work remotely.
• Travel required, estimated at less than 10% of the time.
• Colleagues provide their own computer, printer/scanner, computer audio capability, cell phone, internet service and Microsoft Office software.
• Mental/physical requirements: fast-paced environment handling multiple demands; requires a high level of initiative and independence; excellent written and oral communication; extended personal computer use.