Microsoft Platform Manager

Job Title: Microsoft Platform Manager Contract Duration: 6+ months contract with possible extension/contract-to-hire (on-merit) Location: Phoenix, AZ 85003 (Mostly Remote)Position Description The Microsoft Platform Manager leads the strategy, governance, and lifecycle management of Maricopa County’s Microsoft 365 and Power Platform ecosystem. This role establishes Microsoft services as a governed enterprise platform—balancing innovation, security, compliance, and operational sustainability. The position works cross-functionally with Infrastructure, Security, Innovation, and departmental stakeholders to prevent unmanaged platform expansion while enabling collaboration, automation, analytics, and digital transformation. This role offers the opportunity to shape how over 55 agencies securely leverage Microsoft technologies at enterprise scale.Skills Required:Experience establishing platform governance models • Familiarity with Entra ID (Azure AD), Microsoft Graph, and Power Platform administration • Experience implementing Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and retention policies • PMP, ITIL, Microsoft, or related certifications • Experience leading digital transformation initiatives across multiple business units • Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skillsExperience Required:Three years of related experience Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in Microsoft 365 administration, platform governance, IT program management, or enterprise technology leadership, including: • Managing Microsoft 365 services such as Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Exchange Online, and/or Power Platform • Developing governance frameworks, policies, or standards for enterprise SaaS platforms • Leading cross-functional technology initiatives.Experience Preferred:An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basisEducation Required:Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related fieldAdditional Information:Mostly remote with expectations to be able to report to the office if need arises.