Lead Enterprise App Architecture

About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of role:

The Lead Enterprise App Architecture role is a critical position responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and governance of Microsoft 365 (M365) applications, including SharePoint, Office apps, Copilot, and the Viva Suite. This role will serve as a Global Administrator for M365, ensuring secure, compliant, and efficient configurations across the enterprise. The individual will collaborate closely with Legal, HR, and other departments to manage sensitive onboarding and offboarding processes.

Essential responsibilities:

• Serve as the M365 Global Administrator, managing tenant-wide configurations and policies including GCCH.
• Architect and optimize enterprise-level solutions leveraging M365 applications, including SharePoint, One Drive, Outlook, Teams, M365 Copilot, Viva Suite, Purview.
• Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards for data security and privacy.
• Collaborate with Legal, HR, Security and other departments on various tasks
• Develop and maintain governance frameworks for M365 applications and services including storage management and governance policies
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements.
• Lead strategic initiatives to enhance collaboration, productivity, and user experience within the M365 ecosystem.
• Work with support teams to help drive issues to resolution that are escalated to architecture team from L1-L3 support organization
• Collaborate with End User Compute and Security teams around device management
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members and stakeholders.

Other Responsibilities:

· Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proven experience as an M365 Global Administrator or similar role.
• Experience with scripting and automation using PowerShell.
• Deep understanding of M365 applications, including SharePoint, Teams, Copilot, and Viva Suite.
• Strong knowledge of identity and access management, compliance, and security best practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional engagement.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate).
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and methodologies.
• Experience in managing large-scale M365 migrations or deployments.
• Experience with M365 eDiscovery

Compliance and Security Considerations:

The role requires strict adherence to compliance and security protocols, including data protection regulations, audit readiness, and secure handling of sensitive information during onboarding and offboarding processes.

Expected Salary Range

$92,500.00 - $200,000.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.