Microsoft Solutions Engineer

What are we looking for

Education and Experience:

• Undergraduate degree inInformation Technology ComputerSciencerelated field;

• 3 years experience developing IT solutions tomeetbusiness needs;

• 3 or more years experience managing a corporate exchange or email environment

• Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Competencies:

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Exchange On Premise and Online

• Microsoft PowerShell

• Microsoft Teams

• Microsoft Office 365

• LDAP and Active Directory

• VMWareVSphere

• DesktopTechnology

• Microsoft Windows Server OS

• ComputerNetworking

• Database structure

• Microsoft Visual Studio

• Proofpoint Secure Email Gateway

Ability to:

• Develop and implement IT solutions that span multiple technologies

• Work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas identifying issues and respecting team members

• Provide a high level of customer service and staff training to meet customer service standards and expectations

• Resolve service issues in a timely manner

• Assess architectural risks and develop mitigation strategies

• Comfortable performing demonstrations for customers

• Communicate with technical and non-technical audiences

Does this sound like you

Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume and cover letter. (Please Note: You do not need to complete the work experience or the education & certifications portion of the application process in our recruiting system. You only need to upload the requested documentation.)

What can you expect from us in return for your hard work

Ø Look here to see the additional benefits! They include:

o Work/life Balance

o Health Coverage

o Retirement plans

o Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays

o And more

Ø Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.

Other important information to be aware of.

• This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.

• Only online applications are accepted. By applying online you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

The Department of Administration participates in E-Verify to confirm employment accepting a job offer and completing form I-9 your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for more information about E-Verify please visit the E-Verify website found here State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

Why live in Helena Montana

• Helena is surrounded by rolling hills and lofty mountains and is tucked below the Continental Divide.

• It is a relatively quiet place to call home where small-town living collides with outdoor adventure.

• Helena has a rich history and was originally founded as a gold camp during the Montana gold rush.

Why should you keep reading and consider working here

We know you have other work options but we ask you to consider working with us at the State of Montana Department of Administration in the State Information Technology Services Division (SITSD). Our mission is to provide shared IT services to support the needs of the state and citizens of Montana. We offer an innovative and collaborative work environment where employees are valued and addition our employees have the opportunityto be involved insome of the most exciting and innovative ITprojects and initiatives in developmentwithin Montana state government.

What is this career opportunity
State Information Technology DivisionMicrosoft SolutionEngineers design and develop solutions to complex system problems or administration issues. They are responsible for maintaining the systems that drive the State of Montanas information technology infrastructure. The incumbent will be responsible for working with other engineers within the division to implement manage and support Microsoft technologies such as Dynamics365 Active Directory ExchangeSkype for Business SharePoint and Windows Server.