IT Ops Lead Engineer

Description Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled contractor to supplement our internal IT operations team during a third-party NIST assessment. This role will serve as a technical bridge between our internal team and the assessed team, providing hands-on support and strategic guidance across Microsoft technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT operations leadership, Microsoft Entra ID, conditional access policies, networking, and cloud infrastructure. Skills Entra ID, Azure, Intune, Conditional Access Top Skills Details Entra ID,Azure,Intune,Conditional Access Additional Skills & Qualifications Key Responsibilities: Act as a subject matter expert for Microsoft technologies including Entra ID, Azure, Intune, and Conditional Access. Support the implementation and troubleshooting of Conditional Access policies and identity governance. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure secure and compliant configurations aligned with NIST standards. Provide technical guidance and hands-on support for networking, endpoint management, and cloud infrastructure. Assist in documentation and remediation efforts related to the NIST assessment. Serve as a liaison between the assessed team and internal IT operations, ensuring timely and accurate support. Monitor and optimize Microsoft 365 and Azure environments for performance, security, and compliance. Support Intune configuration and policy enforcement across devices. Participate in incident response and change management processes. Required Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in IT operations, with leadership or lead-level responsibilities. Deep expertise in Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), Conditional Access, and identity governance. Strong working knowledge of Azure infrastructure and services. Experience with Microsoft Intune, endpoint management, and policy enforcement. Solid networking background (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, firewalls). Familiarity with NIST cybersecurity framework and compliance requirements. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications: Microsoft certifications (e.g., SC-300, AZ-104, MS-102). Experience supporting third-party audits or assessments. Familiarity with PowerShell scripting and automation. Experience Level Expert Level Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Naperville,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 29, 2025. > About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.