Security solution Architect

Key Responsibilities: Own the end-to-end security posture across multiple enterprise clients and serve as the primary security escalation point. Architect and implement Microsoft-native security solutions across Identity, Endpoint, Cloud, SIEM, and Compliance domains. Design and manage Microsoft Sentinel solutions, including KQL, analytics rules, workbooks, automation, and SOAR playbooks. Lead threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management using Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, and Entra ID. Implement and govern Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, PIM, Identity Governance, and Lifecycle Workflows. Drive security assessments, risk reporting, security roadmaps, and compliance initiatives aligned with business objectives. Secure Microsoft 365 environments using Defender for Office 365, Microsoft Purview, DLP, and Compliance Manager. Define and enforce secure architecture standards, IAM governance frameworks, and Zero Trust strategies. Lead and mentor security engineers and analysts. Conduct QBRs, executive briefings, security reviews, and roadmap discussions with client stakeholders. Manage endpoint security and policy enforcement using Microsoft Intune. Manage multiple client accounts with accountability for SLAs, security outcomes, and service delivery. Collaborate with sales and pre-sales teams on security proposals, SOW development, solution scoping, and capability demonstrations. Translate complex cybersecurity risks and technical findings into clear business-level recommendations. Stay current with emerging threats, Microsoft security product releases, and security frameworks.

Required Qualifications: 10 years of progressive cybersecurity experience. At least 5 years of client-facing consulting or Managed Security Services (MSS/MDR) experience. Strong hands-on experience with the Microsoft Security ecosystem. Deep expertise in Microsoft Sentinel, KQL, analytics rules, and SOAR/Logic Apps. Strong experience with Microsoft Defender XDR and related Defender products. Extensive experience with Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, PIM, Identity Governance, and Lifecycle Workflows. Experience with Microsoft Intune for endpoint management and security policy enforcement. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Purview, DLP, Compliance Manager, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps. Experience designing and implementing Zero Trust and IAM governance frameworks. Strong understanding of NIST, CIS, and ISO 27001 security frameworks. Experience managing multiple enterprise clients, SLAs, and security outcomes. Excellent executive communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. Experience working with sales/pre-sales teams on security solutions and proposals. Microsoft Technology Stack Security & SIEM Microsoft Sentinel Defender XDR Defender for Endpoint Defender for Cloud Defender for Identity Defender for Office 365 Identity & Access Management Microsoft Entra ID Entra PIM Identity Governance Conditional Access Lifecycle Workflows Entra Agent ID Compliance, Productivity & AI Microsoft Purview Microsoft Intune Security Copilot Microsoft 365 E5 Security Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps Azure Policy Supporting Technologies Azure Security Center KQL Logic Apps / SOAR Microsoft Graph API Microsoft Entra Lighthouse / Multi-tenant management PowerShell Azure CLI