Virginia's Community Colleges

Working Title Microsoft 365 Enterprise Engineer

Role Title Info Technology Specialist II

Role Code 39112-FP

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band 05

Position Number 28000111

Agency Northern VA Community College

Division NV280-VP of College Computing

Work Location Fairfax County - 059

Hiring Range Commensurate With Experience (Up to $110,000 max)

Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes

EEO Category C-Technician

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Core business hours – M-F, 8am to 5pm with up to two days of telework per week with management approval. After-hours and emergency response required as needed.

Sensitive Position Yes

Job Description

General Description:

The Microsoft 365 Enterprise Engineer administers and manages Microsoft cloud services for the college’s end-user production environment. This position is responsible for technical delivery and adoption of Microsoft 365 tools, including, but not limited to Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Teams, Entra ID Active Directory, Defender Suite, Advanced Threat Protection and Security and Compliance Suite, Purview Suite, and InTune. This position administers, configures, and monitors third-party security tools that integrate with Microsoft 365 to ensure data security and compliance with federal and state policies, including, but not limited to FERPA, CJIS, HIPAA.

Duties and Tasks:

• Provide technical assistance for the deployment and use of Microsoft 365 tools, in particular (but not limited to) Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, Entra ID Active Directory, Defender Suite, Advanced Threat Protection and Security and Compliance Suite, Purview Suite, and InTune.
• Work with Microsoft 365 Enterprise Administrator, Microsoft 365 team, IT leadership, end-users, and team members to evaluate solutions and implement solutions that achieve business objectives with a focus on user adoption of cloud tools.
• Manage and implement changes to the enterprise Microsoft 365 environment including on-premise hybrid integrations such as Microsoft Active Directory Federated Services (ADFS) and Azure Active Directory Connect.
• Work in collaboration with Microsoft 365 Enterprise Administrator on Microsoft 365 entitlements including various licensing levels and license requirements/add-ons to fulfill the college’s initiatives.
• Review and execute legal holds and E-discovery for Microsoft 365.
• In accordance of VCCS and NVCC polices, review and research policies and rules for Threat policies, Alert policies, and Activity alerts.
• Diagnose and remediate Cloud apps Activity logs for all Microsoft Suite Apps, end-user Audit logs, end-user Sign-in logs, and end-user Multi-Factor Authentication and Password attempts and logs.
• Research and review Data Loss Prevention polices and Retention polices and procedures to align with VCCS and NVCC level of complexity.
• Research and implement Data Classification on Microsoft 365 applications to align with VCCS and NVCC policies.
• Maintain and support Varonis, Avanan, Valimail, and Microsoft 365 security tools in collaboration with IT Security and IT Server Teams.
• Diagnose, remediate, and maintenance of Microsoft 365 Security Tools for audit, compliance, and security purposes to align with VCCS mandates and levels of complexity.
• Identify, research, and keep abreast of emerging cloud technologies, solutions, strategies, and developments with the goal of identifying opportunities for their use.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the IT team to ensure security standards and best practices are applied and maintained across the Microsoft 365 environment.
• Perform other duties and/or responsibilities as assigned to meet the needs and priorities of the unit, division or college.
• Work may be assigned at any college location.
• Must be able to pass background check, including, but not limited to CJIS Level 4 and FBI and Virginia State Police.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Required KSAs:

• Demonstrated knowledge of current and developing technologies related to Microsoft 365 solutions.
• Demonstrated advanced analytical and problem resolution skills.
• Client-centric and able to work in a variety of environments; must be able to manage customer relationships.
• Ability to effectively communicate with senior management, technical peers, vendors, and users. Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment to accomplish organizational objectives.
• General knowledge of networking concepts, technologies, structured database and application/web servers including SharePoint.
• Knowledge of networking concepts and Windows Server Operating Systems.
• Knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint Online with an understanding of overall architecture, hierarchy, and administration.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft 365 Suite administration, engineering, architecture and design at an enterprise level.
• Experience with Azure services, configuration options, and on-premise integrations.
• Knowledge and experience using PowerShell to manage Microsoft 365.

Additional Considerations

Additional Considerations:

• Experience with Microsoft 365 administration, engineering, architecture and design.
• Knowledge of and Extensive experience with Microsoft Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Teams.
• Experience with Microsoft Entra ID Active Directory and Advanced Threat Protection.
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience with network principles and Windows operating systems.
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience with IT security best practices including mitigation and remediation strategies at an enterprise-level.
• One or more Microsoft 365 certifications is a plus.

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

n/a

Posting Number CLS_3817P

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date 06/06/2025

Job Close Date 06/27/2025

Open Until Filled

Agency Website www.nvcc.edu

Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit our website.

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have the tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.

The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.

• Up to 2 days of telework per week after probation period.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/85829

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