Principal Consultant, Secure Microsoft 365 Collaboration and AI

Job description

As a Principal Consultant, you will lead enterprise clients in transforming their Microsoft 365 collaboration environments, focusing on SharePoint Online, Power Platform, and AI-driven solutions such as Microsoft Copilot 365 and Studio. You will architect, implement, and govern advanced collaboration, automation, and security strategies, leveraging AI to drive productivity, compliance, and innovation. Key Responsibilities AI-Driven Collaboration & Automation Architect and deploy Microsoft 365 collaboration solutions, integrating Copilot and AI agents for enhanced productivity and knowledge management. Lead migration projects from legacy platforms to Microsoft 365 and SharePoint Online, ensuring seamless adoption of AI-powered workflows and automation (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI). Design and implement advanced SharePoint Online sites, custom solutions, and scoped agents that serve as subject matter experts for organizational knowledge. Security, Compliance & Governance Configure and maintain Microsoft Purview for data protection, risk management, and compliance across Microsoft 365 services. Implement governance strategies for SharePoint Online, including retention policies, sensitivity labels, and external sharing controls. Advise on and deploy AI governance policies, including Copilot licensing, user access controls, and responsible AI usage. Technical Leadership & Client Engagement Provide technical ownership of project success, ensuring team members understand risks, impacts, and interdependencies of project delivery tasks. Collaborate with IT, security, and business stakeholders to align solutions with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. Deliver workshops, training, and ongoing support to drive user adoption of AI and collaboration tools. Continuous Improvement Stay current with the latest Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and AI developments, best practices, and emerging technologies. Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and solution development for future client engagements. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field. 8+ years in SharePoint development, Power Platform, and Microsoft 365 security/compliance. Proven expertise in deploying and governing Purview, SharePoint Online, Power Platform, Power BI Desktop, Defender for O365 and Cloud App Security. Deep technical knowledge of Microsoft 365; SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, Exchange Online, Entra ID (Azure AD) and Microsoft Active Directory. Experience with cross-tenant migration, automation and multi-tenant environments. · Proven expertise in Languages ; PowerShell, PnP, Python (for AI scripting), JavaScript, C#, JSON, Power Query (DAX), and experience with REST APIs and GraphQL for integrating AI services. Databases ; Microsoft Dataverse, Microsoft SQL, MySQL, and experience with AI-driven data analytics. Strong understanding of AI governance, compliance, and responsible AI practices. Excellent communication, leadership, and client engagement skills. Preferred Skills Advanced expertise in Microsoft Copilot, Power Platform, and SharePoint Online agent development using Copilot Studio, Azure DevOps, and AI/ML frameworks integrated with Microsoft 365. Familiarity with AI-driven collaboration and governance strategies. Microsoft certifications (MS-900, MS-700, MS-100, AI-102) are a plus. Benefits Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and career growth. Dynamic and supportive work environment. 3 weeks vacation, bonus structure. Why Join Us? Be at the forefront of digital transformation, enabling organizations to harness the power of AI and Microsoft 365 for secure, compliant, and innovative collaboration. Shape the future of work for our clients! Ready to make an impact? Apply now or reach out for more details! About CrucialLogics Inc. We secure your business using native Microsoft technologies you already own. We apply our Consulting with a Conscience TM approach in our security philosophy. Security should be simple, easy to manage and scalable Security does not require a large investment in various point solutions Security is easily achieved by properly configuring technologies you already are paying for Reduce your attack footprint by reducing overall infrastructure You will never stop bad actors from targeting you. The goal in security is to put defences in place to detect the attempt before the breach.