IT System Administrator M365
Austrian Agency for Health and Food Safety
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Job Description
About Austrian Agency for Health and Food Safety
As a One Health organization, we protect people, animals, plants, and the environment. We analyze, monitor, evaluate, research, and communicate 365 days a year. Our IT team in the Operations department is currently looking for experienced reinforcement for the central administration of our Microsoft 365 environment.
Your Mission
You will take responsibility for the secure, stable, and future-oriented operation of our M365 cloud services and actively shape their further development in an enterprise environment.
Responsibilities of an IT System Administrator M365
- Take Responsibility: You will manage and administer our central M365 platform, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Entra ID – with a focus on scalability, security, and performance.
- Control Systems: You will define and implement policies for the central mail system (mail rules, groups, distribution lists) and ensure their compliance and ongoing development.
- Troubleshoot & Optimize: You will conduct in-depth analyses, resolve complex disruptions, and optimize existing processes through automation (e.g., with PowerShell, PowerAutomate).
- Shape Cloud Strategies: You will plan and manage backup and restore concepts, including disaster recovery scenarios in the cloud.
- Focus on Security: You will monitor systems, identify security risks, and implement measures to secure the M365 environment.
- Drive Innovation: You will evaluate new cloud technologies and applications, contribute your own ideas, and actively shape the further development of our IT landscape.
Qualifications
- Completed IT education or comparable professional experience in an enterprise environment.
- Several years of experience in the central administration of M365 services and profound knowledge in Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, and Entra ID.
- Very good knowledge of Active Directory, Azure AD, and automation with PowerShell and PowerAutomate.
- Experience with Windows clients and servers, as well as a good understanding of IT security and cloud infrastructures.
- Team player, strong communication skills, and a structured, solution-oriented working style.
- Willingness to undergo a security check in accordance with §55 ff SPG.
Our Offer
We offer a responsible, meaningful position with opportunities for further training. The place of employment is 1220 Wien, Spargelfeldstraße 191; Full-time (37.5 hours per week); Employment start date by arrangement. The collective agreement's gross annual salary for full-time employment ranges between 50,045.80 Euro and 75,437.60 Euro, with a willingness to overpay based on qualifications. Sonia Arzt is available for questions. We are committed to workplace equality and welcome applications regardless of gender, origin, age, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. More benefits and information can be found on our website www.ages.at/ages/karriere.
Key skills/competency
- Microsoft 365 Administration
- Exchange Online
- SharePoint
- Teams
- OneDrive
- Entra ID
- PowerShell
- PowerAutomate
- IT Security
- Cloud Infrastructure
How to Get Hired at Austrian Agency for Health and Food Safety
- Research Austrian Agency for Health and Food Safety's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Customize your IT System Administrator M365 resume: Highlight your expertise in M365 administration, Exchange Online, and Entra ID.
- Prepare for M365 technical questions: Demonstrate deep knowledge of SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, and PowerShell automation.
- Showcase problem-solving and optimization skills: Provide specific examples of how you've resolved complex IT issues and streamlined processes.
- Emphasize teamwork and communication: Be ready to discuss how you collaborate in an enterprise environment and contribute to shared goals.
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