Microsoft System Administrator

About the job:

Akkodis is seeking a Microsoft 365 Copilot Administrator for a contract role based in Raritan, NJ. This role focuses on administering Microsoft 365 services and supporting the deployment and management of Microsoft 365 Copilot in an enterprise environment.

To be considered, candidates should have strong experience in Microsoft 365 administration, PowerShell scripting, and security/compliance, along with hands-on exposure to collaboration tools like Teams, SharePoint, and Exchange Online.

Pay Range: $43/hr. – $53/hr. on W2 (The pay rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.)

Microsoft 365 Copilot Administrator responsibilities include:

• Administer and maintain Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive
• Deploy and manage Microsoft 365 Copilot across applications like Teams and Outlook
• Manage licensing, track usage, and support adoption of Copilot features
• Implement and maintain security and compliance policies (Conditional Access, retention, eDiscovery)
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and resolve incidents
• Develop automation using PowerShell and Microsoft Graph API
• Support governance and data protection using Microsoft Purview
• Create and maintain technical documentation and knowledge base articles
• Collaborate with IT teams and stakeholders in a global environment
• Stay updated with Microsoft 365 roadmap and implement improvements

Required Skills & Experience:

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 administration (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive)
• Strong experience with PowerShell scripting and automation
• Experience with Microsoft Graph API
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 security and compliance (Conditional Access, eDiscovery, retention policies)
• Experience troubleshooting across Microsoft 365 workloads
• Strong analytical and documentation skills
• Experience working in enterprise or global environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Microsoft 365 Certified: Microsoft 365 Administrator
• Experience with Microsoft Purview and governance tools

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at Atal.Rai@akkodisgroup.com

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance