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Job#: 3045475
Job Description:
Microsoft Power Platform Technology Lead
Location: Chicago, Illinois (Hybrid)
Role Overview
We are seeking a Microsoft Power Platform Technology Lead for a short-term contract opportunity. This role will support the Security Architecture team by focusing on automation, AI solutions, and security-related initiatives to deliver prioritized projects and regulatory-driven enhancements. The ideal candidate is a hybrid of a Power Platform Developer, AI Automation Specialist, and Security Professional who can execute against a predefined plan and help the team meet critical objectives.
Key Responsibilities

• Execute defined roadmap activities to advance security architecture maturity goals.
• Guide the development and implementation of digital workflows, automation solutions, and collaborative platforms.
• Provide consultation to business partners and technology teams to design and deliver scalable digital solutions.
• Design and implement AI-powered solutions using Microsoft Copilot, AI Agents, MCP, RAG, prompt engineering, and Python-based automation.
• Develop Power BI dashboards and reports for operational, risk, compliance, and performance metrics.
• Manage digital initiatives using Agile delivery methodologies and tools such as Azure DevOps.
• Integrate digital workflows across Microsoft 365, Azure Services, ServiceNow, and other third-party platforms.

Required Qualifications
Experience:

• Five to seven or more years of experience in automation, process improvement, security architecture, or related roles.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with the Microsoft Power Platform, including designing and implementing workflows with Power Automate.
• Experience implementing AI-powered solutions, including AI agents and automation tools.
• Background working within a security architecture or cybersecurity team environment.
• Ability to contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up time in a fast-paced project environment.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Power Platform technologies.
• Understanding of security processes, information security concepts, cybersecurity principles, and identity and access management.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity domains, including identity, data, infrastructure, and cloud security.
• Scripting experience related to AI solutions.

Education:

• A Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Copilot is strongly preferred.
• Professional certifications related to Microsoft Power Platform, Power BI, Azure Cloud, AI, or security.
• Experience with the broader Microsoft ecosystem, including Azure, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams.
• Knowledge of integration tools and platforms such as ServiceNow and Azure DevOps.
• Familiarity with knowledge management tools like Confluence for documentation and internal website maintenance.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and project coordination.

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