Exchange & Cloud Engineer/Architect

Role Summary: We are looking for an experienced Exchange & Cloud Architect to manage, secure, and optimize a hybrid messaging environment comprising Exchange Server 2019 on-premises and Microsoft 365 Exchange Online. The role will lead Exchange 2019 to Office 365 migration initiatives and support broader cloud, server, virtualization, security, and backup operations. Key Responsibilities: Administer and maintain the hybrid Exchange environment, ensuring seamless integration between on-premises Exchange 2019 and Exchange Online Lead end-to-end planning and execution of Exchange 2019 to Microsoft 365 migration projects Manage identity and directory services, including Microsoft Entra ID, Azure AD Connect, and Active Directory Oversee Windows Server, Linux Server, and Hyper-V virtualization environments Implement and maintain email security, SSL/TLS, WAF, and backup/disaster recovery protocols Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and maintain accurate technical documentation Support broader cloud initiatives across Microsoft Azure, with working knowledge of AWS and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Collaborate with stakeholders to align infrastructure decisions with business and security requirements Required Technical Skills: Messaging & Microsoft 365 Exchange Server 2019, Exchange Online, Hybrid Exchange, Microsoft 365 Administration Identity & Directory Microsoft Entra ID, Azure AD Connect, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP Cloud Platforms Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure; awareness of AWS and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Servers & Virtualization Windows Server, Linux Server Administration, Hyper-V Security & Continuity WAF, email security, SSL/TLS, backup and recovery, disaster recovery planning Migration & Operations Cloud migration planning, mailbox migration, troubleshooting, monitoring, documentation Required Experience: 5–7 years of experience in Microsoft messaging, infrastructure, and cloud technologies Hands-on experience with Exchange Server 2019 administration and Exchange Hybrid deployments Proven experience leading Exchange 2019 to Microsoft 365 / Office 365 migration projects Preferred Certifications: Microsoft 365 & Exchange Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert (MS-102) Exchange Online Administrator or equivalent messaging certification Microsoft Azure Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) Windows / Hybrid Infrastructure Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ-800/AZ-801) Hyper-V Administration certification (preferred) Cloud Platforms AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or Solutions Architect Associate Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations Associate Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field Relevant Microsoft, cloud, infrastructure, and security certifications will be considered an added advantage Key Competencies: Exchange architecture and operations Microsoft 365 and cloud migration expertise Hybrid infrastructure and security management Troubleshooting and incident resolution Technical documentation and stakeholder communication