Microsoft Security Solutions Architect Azure Sentinel

My client is seeking an enthusiastic and selfmotivated Security Architect to lead customer transformations through our cuttingedge Security Solutions.

The ideal candidate will take ownership of customer engagement deliverables including architecture design sessions and targeted implementation projects/pilots ensuring successful customer security outcomes through innovative designs and close collaboration with key customer teams.

A proven track record in customerfacing roles and the ability to lead indepth technical architecture discussions while establishing trusted advisor relationships with senior customer executives Enterprise Architects IT Management and Developers is essential.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Handson expertise in Microsoft Security solutions (SIEM & XDR Endpoint Security Cloud Security and Identity).
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field AND relevant experience in technology solutions practice development architecture consulting and/or cloud/infrastructure technologies.
• Proven success in delivering complex technical security and compliance deployment projects architecture design implementation and/or support of highly distributed infrastructure and applications.

Desirable:

• Wideranging knowledge across cloud security computing domains.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following: Defender for Endpoint (MDE) Microsoft Sentinel Defender for Office (MDO) Defender for Identity (MDI) Defender for Cloud Apps (MDCA) Defender for Cloud (MDC) Cloud or Network Security.
• Enterprisescale technical experience with cloud security hybrid infrastructure security and network security.
• Indepth knowledge and subject matter expertise in one or more of the following: SIEM and Cloud Security Analytics Security Operations Centre (SOC) Extended Detection and Response (XDR).
• Familiarity with Kusto Query Language (KQL) and DevOps practices.
• Certification in Microsoft Azure and Security architecture Microsoft Security CISSP or CCSP.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Trusted Advisor

• Foster strong relationships with customers and internal teams.
• Diplomatically challenge customers when necessary and escalate issues appropriately.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency and eagerness to learn emerging cloud security technologies and market trends.

2. Understanding Customer Technical Landscape

• Gather customer insights and align solutions with business objectives.
• Serve as the customer advocate by raising awareness of feedback gaps obstacles and insights.
• Proactively assist customers in their Azure cloud adoption journey developing a Secure Architecture and deploying essential controls.
• Conduct handson activities such as architectural design sessions and POCs for assessing Microsoft security solutions.

3. Architecture Design and Deployment

• Guide and support customers leveraging existing architecture approaches to recommend security solutions.
• Help customers develop security plans and strategies to modernise their practices using Microsoft solutions.
• Propose practical solutions based on specific Microsoft security products and showcase their capabilities through collaborative design sessions.
• Apply technical knowledge of security architecture to satisfy business and IT requirements and overcome constraints.
• Provide expert support for customer projects focusing on specific Microsoft Security solutions.

4. Thought Leadership

• Actively contribute ideas insights and technical expertise related to security.
• Engage in relevant communities to learn and contribute.
• Participate in internal and external security community events and share key takeaways.

5. Security Practice IP Development

• Contribute to research white papers and scoping surveys to identify customer challenges and trends.
• Support ValueBased Delivery (VBD) IP development and content lifecycle management.
• Create and deliver highquality guidance for internal use.

6. DevSecOps and Digital Transformation

• Understand DevSecOps principles and guide customers on its adoption and integration into their digital transformation journey.
• Advise customers on incorporating security best practices into their DevOps processes and toolchains.
• Promote a shiftleft approach to security emphasising the importance of integrating security throughout the software development lifecycle.

Currently a remote first policy with office visits 1 x per fortnight (if possible) but must be prepared to meet the needs of the business. Applicant MUST HAVE the Right to Work in the UK (regret PSW visas are no accepted)!