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Systems Administrator IV – Microsoft 365 | M365 Engineer | Tulsa, OK

Systems Administrator IV – Microsoft 365

📍 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma
🏢 Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
📅 Contract Duration: 12 Months
💼 Employment Type: Contract
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Not Available
📞 On-Call: Participation in a 24/7 support rotation required
📌 Local Tulsa-Area Candidates Only

Overview

A leading energy organization is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator IV to provide senior-level administration, engineering and governance across its enterprise Microsoft 365 environment.

This is a hands-on technical leadership position supporting Microsoft 365 collaboration, identity, security and compliance services. The successful candidate will take end-to-end ownership of platforms including Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Copilot, Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft Purview.

The role is particularly well suited to an experienced Microsoft 365 professional who can combine advanced technical troubleshooting with platform strategy, security governance, incident leadership and mentorship of other technical team members.

Key Responsibilities

Microsoft 365 Platform Administration

  • Lead the administration, engineering, licensing and governance of the Microsoft 365 platform.

  • Support Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Copilot and Microsoft Entra ID.

  • Maintain secure, reliable and scalable collaboration and productivity services across an enterprise environment.

  • Establish and maintain platform standards, administrative controls, permissions and governance processes.

  • Review Microsoft 365 licensing and access to support cost-effective, least-privilege platform usage.

Platform Strategy and Delivery

  • Monitor the Microsoft 365 product roadmap and evaluate emerging capabilities for business value, security and operational suitability.

  • Guide the testing, staging and production-readiness process for new Microsoft 365 services and major platform changes.

  • Translate business and technical requirements into scalable Microsoft 365 solutions.

  • Coordinate with security, infrastructure, business and project teams to deliver platform improvements and integrations.

  • Apply project-management and change-control practices throughout platform implementations and upgrades.

Identity and Access Management

  • Manage enterprise identity and access capabilities through Microsoft Entra ID.

  • Implement and maintain Single Sign-On, Multi-Factor Authentication and Conditional Access policies.

  • Administer privileged access controls and identity-governance processes.

  • Conduct access and permissions reviews to maintain least-privilege security.

  • Strengthen controls around administrative access and sensitive Microsoft 365 services.

Security and Compliance

  • Configure and administer Microsoft Purview security and compliance capabilities.

  • Support data classification, Data Loss Prevention, retention and eDiscovery requirements.

  • Implement Insider Risk Management controls and related governance processes.

  • Perform security reviews and platform hardening before significant service launches or changes.

  • Partner with security and compliance stakeholders to ensure Microsoft 365 services meet organizational requirements.

Reliability and Technical Support

  • Provide Tier 3 support for complex Microsoft 365, identity and collaboration-platform issues.

  • Lead root-cause analysis and post-incident reviews.

  • Develop and document solutions that improve service reliability and reduce recurring incidents.

  • Participate in the organization’s 24/7 on-call support rotation.

  • Maintain clear technical documentation, operational procedures and knowledge resources.

Technical Leadership

  • Provide technical leadership within a broader team of analysts and engineers.

  • Mentor colleagues and help develop their Microsoft 365 administration and troubleshooting capabilities.

  • Guide technical decision-making across complex platform initiatives.

  • Promote effective collaboration, knowledge sharing and operational best practices.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience combinations:

  • High school diploma or GED with at least 15 years of IT experience.

  • Associate degree with at least 10 years of IT experience.

  • Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field with at least eight years of IT experience.

A bachelor’s degree is not mandatory when the candidate possesses the required equivalent professional experience.

Required Experience

  • Extensive hands-on experience administering and engineering enterprise Microsoft 365 environments.

  • Strong experience with:

    • Exchange Online

    • Microsoft Teams

    • SharePoint Online

    • OneDrive

    • Microsoft Copilot

    • Microsoft Entra ID

    • Microsoft Purview

  • Experience managing Microsoft 365 licensing, permissions, governance and platform-readiness processes.

  • Strong knowledge of SSO, MFA, Conditional Access, privileged access and identity governance.

  • Experience with Microsoft Purview capabilities including DLP, retention, data classification and eDiscovery.

  • Experience providing Tier 3 support and resolving sophisticated Microsoft 365 platform issues.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead root-cause analysis and post-incident reviews.

  • Experience working in a large, enterprise-scale environment with formal governance and change-control processes.

  • Ability to analyse business and technical requirements and translate them into scalable technology solutions.

  • Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability and willingness to participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation.

  • Commitment to maintaining safety as the highest operational priority.

Preferred Background

  • Experience owning Microsoft 365 platforms across a large, multi-site or highly regulated organization.

  • Previous responsibility for platform strategy, roadmap evaluation and enterprise governance.

  • Experience leading complex Microsoft 365 deployments, migrations, integrations or security improvements.

  • Technical leadership or mentorship experience.

  • Experience working collaboratively with security, infrastructure, compliance and business stakeholders.

  • A stable employment history, including completed long-term contracts or sustained ownership of multi-year platform initiatives.

Formal people-management experience is not required. The priority is hands-on technical leadership, platform ownership and the ability to mentor others.

Location Requirement

This position requires attendance onsite in Tulsa, Oklahoma, five days per week. Only candidates who already live within a practical commuting distance of Tulsa will be considered.

Relevant nearby locations may include Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Jenks, Bixby, Owasso, Sand Springs, Sapulpa, Glenpool, Catoosa, Claremore and Collinsville.

Relocation assistance is not available.

 

Senior Security Specialist | HSM & Encryption Key Management | Pittsburgh, PA | $120K–$160K + Hybrid

🔐 Senior Security Specialist – HSM & Encryption Key Management

📍 Pittsburgh, PA | Hybrid (2 Days Onsite / 3 Remote)
💼 Mid–Senior Level | Full-Time | Immediate Start

💲 Base Salary: $120,000 – $160,000
🏡 Hybrid Schedule: 2 days in-office or as needed for critical operations
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Supported
🚚 Relocation: Possible for the ideal candidate

🌟 The Opportunity

Join a top-tier financial organization as a Senior Security Specialist, leading enterprise-wide initiatives in encryption key management, HSM lifecycle operations, and cryptographic security.

This is a pivotal role for a hands-on technical expert passionate about cryptography, encryption algorithms, and key lifecycle management. You’ll be at the forefront of protecting critical enterprise assets by designing and managing secure encryption frameworks, performing key ceremonies, and maintaining compliance within a highly regulated industry.

If you’re seeking a challenging role where you’ll directly influence enterprise security architecture and cryptographic strategy — this is it.

🧭 What You’ll Do

🧩 Encryption & Key Management

  • Design, develop, and implement enterprise encryption solutions and HSM frameworks.

  • Lead HSM lifecycle activities, including initialization, configuration, upgrades, and decommissioning.

  • Manage encryption key lifecycle processes — including generation, rotation, backup, and destruction.

  • Oversee key ceremonies, dual control, and chain-of-custody procedures to ensure compliance and audit readiness.

🔒 Security Operations & Risk Mitigation

  • Provide subject matter expertise on encryption technologies and cryptographic controls.

  • Develop and maintain secure room operations, documentation, and procedural guidelines.

  • Evaluate risks, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend solutions aligned with enterprise security frameworks.

  • Support compliance with internal and external regulatory standards.

🧠 Technical Leadership

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cryptographic solutions into enterprise systems.

  • Advise on the impact of new standards, policies, and technologies on existing security solutions.

  • Mentor junior security professionals, sharing expertise in cryptography and secure key management.

  • Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies to proactively strengthen security posture.

⚙️ What You’ll Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree (Master’s or relevant certifications preferred).

  • 8+ years of experience in security engineering or cryptographic key management, ideally within a highly regulated or banking environment.

  • Deep experience with Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) such as Thales Network HSM, nShield, and Cloud HSM solutions.

  • Strong understanding of encryption algorithms, cryptographic principles, and key management lifecycle.

  • Familiarity with Aruba, Aravo, Thales CipherTrust Manager, or Oracle Key Vault a plus.

  • Knowledge of BYOK / HYOK integrations across Azure, AWS, or GCP preferred.

  • Hands-on experience with scripting, automation, and analytics tools such as PowerBI, Dynatrace, Jira, Confluence, and SharePoint.

  • Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.

🧩 Ideal Candidate

  • Brings physical HSM management experience (PED-based operations).

  • Comfortable leading key ceremonies and secure chain-of-custody processes.

  • Excels in both technical execution and process oversight.

  • Demonstrates composure and attention to detail in high-stakes, compliance-driven environments.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Paid Time Off and Holidays

  • Employee Assistance Programs

  • Ongoing professional development and certification support

  • Hybrid flexibility with occasional on-site collaboration

🧭 Interview Process

1️⃣ Introductory call with Talent Partner
2️⃣ Technical Interview with Security Leadership
3️⃣ Final round with Enterprise Security Team

🌍 Why Join

Step into a mission-critical security role that directly safeguards enterprise data and digital infrastructure. You’ll collaborate with top cybersecurity experts, leverage leading-edge cryptographic technologies, and help shape the organization’s encryption strategy for years to come.

This is your opportunity to own the encryption key lifecycle, drive innovation in HSM management, and make a tangible impact in a world-class enterprise security environment.