Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Senior Infrastructure Engineer Burr & Forman, a dynamic, service-oriented law firm, seeks a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (M365) in the Columbia, SC or Birmingham, AL office to join our growing team. The Senior Infrastructure Engineer provides expertise in Microsoft 365 for designing, implementing, and managing cloud and on-premises infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Intune, and Entra, along with a strong background in infrastructure engineering, security, and automation. This role involves providing technical leadership, optimizing enterprise IT solutions, and ensuring a secure and efficient Microsoft 365 environment. Key Contributions : Design, deploy, and maintain Microsoft 365 services and hybrid cloud infrastructure Manage and optimize Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, Intune, and Azure AD Administer Active Directory (on-prem and hybrid) and Group Policy Oversee Microsoft 365 security and compliance policies, ensuring adherence to best practices Implement and maintain Microsoft 365 governance, identity management, and access controls Ensure Microsoft 365 data security, compliance, and governance in alignment with company policies Configure Conditional Access, MFA, and Microsoft Defender for Microsoft 365 to enhance security Monitor and respond to security threats, working closely with IT security teams Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for automation, reporting, and administration Optimize Microsoft 365 licensing and costs through effective resource management Implement monitoring and reporting for Microsoft 365 services and infrastructure Act as a technical escalation point for Microsoft 365-related incidents and troubleshooting Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and IT support teams Work closely with cross-functional teams including security, networking, and application teams Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and best practices Other responsibilities as needed The Essentials : 5+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering with a focus on Microsoft 365 Strong knowledge of Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, and Intune Experience with Microsoft 365 security tools (Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365, Purview, etc.) Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and administration Experience with Hybrid AD environments, including AD Connect and ADFS Understanding of networking, DNS, and identity management principles Knowledge of Zero Trust security models and Conditional Access policies Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Ability to lead projects and work independently Excellent communication and documentation skills Strong collaboration skills across IT and business teams Highly organized, detail-orientated, proactive with a desire to take ownership Balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising patience and professionalism during stressful situations Preferred Qualifications : Microsoft certifications such as MS-102, AZ-104, AZ-500, SC-300, or equivalent Experience with Endpoint Manager (Intune) and device management Familiarity with third-party Microsoft 365 management tools (e.g., Recast, Veeam) Experience in cloud migrations Additional Information : This position is a unique opportunity to join a firm that prioritizes our clients, colleagues, and communities. If you're a service-minded professional with intellectual curiosity and excellent work ethic, please consider joining our team. Burr & Forman LLP provides a wide range of benefits designed to support our employees and families including comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision insurance, group term life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan and retirement planning services, paid time off, and free wellness and mental health services among other benefits. The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation. Actual compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, work experience, geographic location, skills and competencies, industry knowledge, job responsibilities, market considerations and other business considerations. Equal Opportunity Employer Burr & Forman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, military and protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr