Korn Ferry

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Job Title: Senior Manager, Microsoft Platforms Location: Austin, TX - Hybrid 1-4 times a month Interim to Hire - W2 Overview: Korn Ferry is partnering with a high-growth private equity firm to identify a Senior Manager, Microsoft Platforms, for the parent company. This role is ideal for a hands-on technical leader who has evolved from a systems and infrastructure background into owning the engineering and strategic direction of the Microsoft ecosystem. The company is scaling rapidly and seeks a solution-oriented leader who thrives in dynamic environments and can bridge technical execution with business alignment. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership (30-40%) • Lead a team of senior engineers, driving accountability and delivery across Microsoft platform initiatives. • Provide strategic guidance and ensure alignment with best practices and architectural guardrails. • Act as a facilitator rather than a taskmaster-empowering the team while maintaining technical integrity. Technical Execution (60-70%) Own and execute core platform operations including: • PIM and SSO access provisioning via Terraform • Microsoft licensing and service management • Active Directory and PowerShell scripting • IAM administration using Entra • Domain and physical service management • Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate operational needs into secure, scalable solutions. Cross-Functional Collaboration: • Partner with the Platform Engineering team to integrate Azure services into the broader Microsoft stack. • Support the Security team in implementing governance policies and compliance controls. • Enable Workplace Technology initiatives such as BYOD enablement and hardware lifecycle management. About Korn Ferry Korn Ferry unleashes potential in people, teams, and organizations. We work with our clients to design optimal organization structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people and advise them on how to reward and motivate their workforce while developing professionals as they navigate and advance their careers. To learn more, please visit Korn Ferry at www.Kornferry.com