PORTWEST, a leading global manufacturer of safety wear, workwear and PPE is currently seeking applications for the position of Microsoft Cloud Specialist in Westport, Co. Mayo, Ireland/EMEA, on a full-time permanent basis reporting to Cyber Security & Privacy Manager. Founded in 1904, Portwest has become one of the fastest growing workwear companies in the world currently employing over 5,100 staff worldwide. With 1400 styles across more than 20 ranges, we design, manufacture and distribute market leading workwear, safety wear and PPE in fully owned production facilities. We’re on a mission to become the world’s most requested PPE and Safety Wear Brand.
JOB SUMMARY: Join a dynamic IT and Security team to ensure PortWest’s growth as a global business driven by intelligent, integrated systems, technology, and processes. This role involves a mix of BAU support activities and project work. If you’re passionate about cloud technologies and want to play a key role in driving digital transformation, we’d love to hear from you.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Azure services, Microsoft 365 administration, Intune, and security best practices
Collaborate with the cybersecurity department to align security policies and ensure compliance with organisational standards.
Configure, deploy, and manage devices using Microsoft Intune for mobile device management (MDM) and mobile application management (MAM)
Monitor system performance and ensure optimal operation of the Microsoft 365 environment.
Intune deployment and configuration including device management, troubleshooting and support. Monitoring and reporting
Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments.
Provide technical support and training to end-users.
Competent in end point management and configuration within O365 environment
Stay up to date with the latest Microsoft 365 features and updates.
Service Availability and Management: Engage and manage IT supply chain and technology partners to ensure SLAs are delivered. Oversee and ensure highly available systems, fix problems, and provide necessary IT tools.
Employee Lifecycle: Manage provisioning and deprovisioning processes for employees, temporary workers, and agency staff, along with associated asset management.
Risk & Compliance: Establish and maintain checks and balances to mitigate cyber, disaster recovery, and regulatory risks.
Deploy, configure, and manage Microsoft Azure services including Virtual Machines (VMs), Networking, Identity & Access Management (IAM), and Security tools.
Administer and optimize Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive).
Configure and manage Intune (Endpoint Manager) for device compliance, application deployment, and security policies.
Implement Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, and security best practices to protect identities and data.
Monitor security logs and compliance reports using Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Security Centre.
Ensure compliance with industry standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR.
Plan and execute on-premises to cloud migrations (e.g., Active Directory to Azure AD, Exchange Server to Exchange Online).
Optimize workloads for cost, performance, and scalability in Azure.
Provide Level 2/3 technical support for cloud-based systems and resolve issues related to Azure and Microsoft 365 services.
Work with Microsoft support and third-party vendors when needed.
Utilize PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Microsoft Graph API to automate deployments and administrative tasks.
Improve cloud resource efficiency through cost management, performance tuning, and monitoring.Collaborate with IT, security teams, and stakeholders to align cloud solutions with business needs.
Collaborate with IT, security teams, and stakeholders to align cloud solutions with business needs.
Document policies, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
Possess strong security knowledge, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities.
Excel under pressure with keen attention to detail, teamwork, communication, and organisation.
REQUIREMENTS:
University Degree and/or Microsoft certifications (MD100 – 101, MS100 -101, MS203, MS500, MS700, MS900).
Minimum 4 to 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
Experience with Azure Identity, Enterprise Applications, and Virtual Machines.
Strong understanding of security principles, including data protection, threat management, and compliance.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve security-related issues efficiently.
Portwest do not support visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have a right to work and must fulfil any relevant visa / work permit requirements in the relevant jurisdiction. Portwest are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, civil status, veteran status, civil status, disability status or membership of a minority group.