Systems Engineer Exchange / M365 / Proofpoint
We're looking for a Senior Systems Engineer with deep expertise in on-premises Exchange, Microsoft 365, and Proofpoint to lead the management, optimization, and security of our enterprise email infrastructure. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless email operationsfrom migrations to threat mitigationwhile leveraging automation and best practices to uphold reliability and compliance.
What You'll Do
- Design & Manage Email Systems : Deploy, maintain, and optimize Exchange Server (on-prem / hybrid) and Microsoft 365 environments, ensuring high availability and performance.
- Lead Migrations : Execute smooth migrations between on-prem Exchange and M365 with minimal downtime and data integrity.
- Secure Email Infrastructure : Configure and manage Proofpoint solutions (filtering, encryption, DLP) and enforce protocols like DMARC, DKIM, and SPF.
- Troubleshoot & Protect : Resolve complex email flow issues, investigate security threats, and collaborate with security teams to mitigate risks.
- Automate & Innovate : Streamline operations via PowerShell scripting for Exchange, M365, and Proofpoint tasks.
- Document & Guide : Maintain detailed system documentation and share best practices with cross-functional teams.
What You Bring
7+ years of hands-on experience with Exchange Server (20132019, Exchange Online) and Microsoft 365 in enterprise environments.Proven mastery of Proofpoint administration (policies, threat protection, encryption).Strong scripting skills (PowerShell) and expertise in Active Directory / Azure AD for identity management.Deep knowledge of email security protocols (SPF, DKIM, DMARC) and anti-phishing measures.Ability to work independently in a remote setting, solving problems with minimal supervision.Nice-to-Haves
Experience with tenant-to-tenant migrations or Microsoft Defender for Office 365.Networking knowledge related to email traffic (SMTP, firewalls).Certifications like MS-102, MS-203, or Proofpoint Certified Protection Professional.