Early Career

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Strum is looking for a dependable and technically skilled Microsoft Systems Administrator to join our IT team in Halifax. This is a strategic technical role responsible for managing and optimizing our Microsoft cloud environment, with a strong focus on backend services including Intune, Microsoft Defender, Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Entra (Azure AD), and other M365 services.

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 administration, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Intune.
• Must possess a valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Deep understanding of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Entra ID (Azure AD), Conditional Access, and Microsoft compliance solutions.
• Willingness to be available for occasional off-hours support or after-hours maintenance as needed

• Experience with mobile device management and application deployment using Intune.
• Basic understanding of networking principles (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS).
• Proficiency with Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365 apps, and remote support tools.
• Experience using a ticketing system (e.g., ServiceNow, Freshservice, Jira).
• Strong PowerShell scripting skills for automation and configuration management.
• Knowledge of hybrid identity models and integration with on-premise infrastructure.
• Microsoft certifications (e.g., MS-102, SC-300, AZ-104, or equivalent) are a strong asset

• Lead administration and lifecycle management of Microsoft 365 services, including Intune, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
• Design, configure, and manage mobile device management (MDM) policies and endpoint security using Microsoft Intune and related tools.
• Oversee identity and access management through Entra ID (Azure Active Directory), including conditional access policies, MFA, and identity lifecycle automation.
• Implement and maintain compliance, security, and governance policies across Microsoft 365 workloads.
• Support user account administration in Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and other enterprise systems.
• Assist in the setup and deployment of new hardware, including asset tracking.
• Maintain and update IT documentation, asset inventory, and support logs.
• Provide recommendations on best practices, licensing optimization, and evolving M365 features and capabilities.
• Serve as a technical escalation point for advanced troubleshooting and resolution of Microsoft service-related issues.
• Collaborate with the IT team on routine system updates, patching, and backup procedures.
• Travel and work throughout Atlantic Canada as needed
• Adhere to Strum’s health and safety program and ensure safety procedures and protocols are followed.
• Other duties as assigned

• Competitive pay and an excellent benefits package
• The opportunity to work on a diverse range of interesting projects, including emerging and cutting-edge technologies.
• A team environment where your input will be noticed and valued.
• Collaboration and room for professional development and career growth.
• Flexible work arrangements (working from home and working from the office).
• Health, dental, life and disability insurance coverage
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program) resources and tools
• RSP (Retirement Savings Plan)
• Recreational Credit
• Gear/Equipment Allowance

Strum Consulting is committed to creating a culture of diversity, equal opportunity, and inclusion. Strum Consulting welcomes qualified candidates from all ethnicities, religions, colours, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, or people with disabilities. We encourage applicants from minority groups, women, racialized groups, Indigenous heritage and LGBTQIA+ community to self identify. Please contact us at careers@strum.com if any accommodations are required at any stage of the hiring process.

Strum Consulting prioritises the health and safety of its employees and it is a core value in our culture. Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety and taking courses on WHMIS as well as First Aid and CPR is mandatory.