Microsoft Systems Administrator

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Reporting to the IT Manager, we are looking for a dependable and technically skilled Microsoft Systems Administrator to join our IT team. This is a strategic technical role responsible for managing and optimizing our Microsoft cloud environment, with a strong focus on backend services including Intune, Microsoft Defender, Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Entra (Azure AD), and other M365 services.

About Strum Consulting:

Strum Consulting is a growing 175-person company with diverse projects throughout Atlantic Canada. Strum provides engineering, surveying, and environmental services for a range of clients in the fields of renewable energy, transportation, contaminated sites, and property development.

Since 1995, Strum has provided a work environment that encourages career development while maintaining a work/life balance. We offer competitive pay, a dynamic work environment, and an excellent benefits package, and we currently have offices in a number of locations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead administration and lifecycle management of Microsoft 365 services, including Intune, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.

• Design, configure, and manage mobile device management (MDM) policies and endpoint security using Microsoft Intune and related tools.

• Oversee identity and access management through Entra ID (Azure Active Directory), including conditional access policies, MFA, and identity lifecycle automation.

• Implement and maintain compliance, security, and governance policies across Microsoft 365 workloads.

• Support user account administration in Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and other enterprise systems.

• Assist in the setup and deployment of new hardware, including asset tracking.

• Maintain and update IT documentation, asset inventory, and support logs.

• Provide recommendations on best practices, licensing optimization, and evolving M365 features and capabilities.

• Serve as a technical escalation point for advanced troubleshooting and resolution of Microsoft service-related issues.

• Collaborate with the IT team on routine system updates, patching, and backup procedures.

• Travel and work throughout Atlantic Canada as needed

• Adhere to Strum's health and safety program and ensure safety procedures and protocols are followed.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 administration, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Intune.

• Must possess a valid Nova Scotia Driver's License.

• Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

• Deep understanding of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Entra ID (Azure AD), Conditional Access, and Microsoft compliance solutions.

• Willingness to be available for occasional off-hours support or after-hours maintenance as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with mobile device management and application deployment using Intune.

• Basic understanding of networking principles (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS).

• Proficiency with Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365 apps, and remote support tools.

• Experience using a ticketing system (e.g., ServiceNow, Freshservice, Jira).

• Strong PowerShell scripting skills for automation and configuration management.

• Knowledge of hybrid identity models and integration with on-premise infrastructure.

• Microsoft certifications (e.g., MS-102, SC-300, AZ-104, or equivalent) are a strong asset.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay and an excellent benefits package
• A team environment where your input will be noticed and valued
• Collaboration and room for professional development and career growth.
• Health, dental, life and disability insurance coverage
• GoodLife Corporate discount
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program) resources and tools
• RSP (Retirement Savings plan)
• Recreational Credit

Health and Safety

Strum Consulting prioritizes the health and safety of its employees and it a core value in our culture. Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety and taking courses on WHMIS as well as First Aid and CPR is mandatory.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and inclusion:

Strum Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome qualified candidates from all ethnicities, religions, colours, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age or people with disabilities. We would like to thank all those who apply but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.