Microsoft Cloud Infrastructure Engineer – Senior Analyst

We are We are a global collective of innovators applying the New every day to improve the way the world works and lives. Help us show the world what’s possible as you partner with clients to unlock hidden value and deliver innovative solutions. Empowered with innovative tools, continuous learning, and a global community of diverse talent and perspectives, we drive success in a new business architecture that disrupts conventional practices. Our expertise spans 40+ industries across 120+ countries and impacts millions of lives every day. We turn ideas into reality. Within Accenture, our Cloud, Infrastructure & Security practice helps clients modernize their technology foundations, strengthen security and identity capabilities, and enable collaboration at scale through secure, resilient Microsoft cloud platforms. You are A self‑driven Microsoft Cloud Infrastructure professional with strong expertise across Microsoft 365, Identity and Access Management, and collaboration services. You bring a hands‑on engineering mindset and are comfortable owning delivery from design through implementation and support. You have experience engaging directly with business and IT stakeholders, translating requirements into secure and scalable Microsoft cloud solutions, and leading technical discussions with confidence. You take pride in your ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality outcomes. You are passionate about cloud security, identity, and modern workplace technologies, and you continuously look for opportunities to improve platforms, processes, and user experiences. The work As a Microsoft Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Senior Analyst, you will: Design, implement, and support Microsoft 365 cloud infrastructure solutions for enterprise clients Administer, configure, and optimize: Microsoft 365 SharePoint Online Exchange Online Microsoft Teams Manage Microsoft Entra ID (Azure Active Directory) with a strong focus on: Identity and Access Management (IAM) Conditional Access policies Role‑Based Access Control (RBAC) Identity lifecycle and governance Lead end‑to‑end delivery of Microsoft cloud infrastructure and identity projects with minimal oversight Drive technical discussions with business and IT stakeholders, gathering requirements and proposing fit‑for‑purpose solutions Develop and present architecture designs that align with security, compliance, and governance best practices Troubleshoot complex Microsoft 365, identity, and access‑related issues in hybrid and cloud‑only environments Collaborate closely with Security, Networking, and Application teams to ensure integrated and secure solutions Create and maintain technical documentation, configuration standards, and operational runbooks Support continuous improvement initiatives across cloud services, identity platforms, and collaboration tools Stay current with Microsoft roadmap updates, security features, and emerging cloud capabilities What you’ll need: Basic qualifications 4–5+ years of hands‑on experience with Microsoft Cloud technologies Strong experience administering and supporting Microsoft 365 services, including: SharePoint Online Exchange Online Microsoft Teams Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure Active Directory) Solid understanding of: Identity and Access Management (IAM) Conditional Access MFA, SSO, and identity governance concepts Experience applying cloud security, compliance, and governance best practices Familiarity with Microsoft Purview, Microsoft defender for end point. Microsoft defender for cloud and data loss prevention (DLP) Ability to independently manage and deliver technical projects end to end Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical audiences Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field. Ability to work in a hybrid or remote model (Toronto‑based role) Bonus points if you have: Preferred qualifications Microsoft certifications such as: MS‑102 (Microsoft 365 Administrator) SC‑300 (Identity and Access Administrator) AZ‑104 (Azure Administrator) Experience working closely with security, risk, or compliance teams Advanced degree (Master’s or Doctorate) in a related discipline preferred. Exposure to hybrid identity environments (on‑prem Active Directory integrated with Entra ID) Familiarity with PowerShell scripting for administration and automation Experience with Microsoft Copilot Studio, AI Foundry, or emerging AI‑enabled Microsoft services Prior experience in a consulting or client‑facing environment Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation, based on full-time employment, for roles that may be hired as set forth below. The recruiting efforts for this position are intended to fill a brand new position. The base pay range shown below is intended as a guideline to reflect the majority of offers for this role. It does not represent a maximum limit — in some cases, actual compensation may exceed the range where appropriate. Information on benefits is here. Role Location Hourly Salary Range British Columbia/Ontario $27.16 to $51.20 About Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. 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