Role Title: Microsoft Security Architect / Senior Microsoft Security Engineer

Experience: 10–18 Years

Location: Remote / Client Location (Flexible)

Employment Type: Full-time / Strategic Consulting Engagement

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Microsoft Security Architect to design, implement, and govern enterprise security solutions across the Microsoft security ecosystem. The role requires deep expertise in Microsoft's integrated security stack to help organizations strengthen their security posture, detect threats, and ensure compliance across cloud and hybrid environments.

The candidate will work closely with enterprise architecture teams, SOC teams, cloud platform teams, and business stakeholders to implement robust security frameworks using the Microsoft security platform.

This role demands both technical depth and strategic advisory capability in enterprise security architecture.

Key Responsibilities

Security Architecture & Strategy

Design and implement enterprise security architecture aligned with Zero Trust principles using the Microsoft security ecosystem.
Develop security reference architectures for hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
Provide architectural guidance for identity, endpoint, data, and cloud security.
Conduct security architecture reviews and risk assessments for enterprise workloads.

Microsoft Security Platform Implementation

Architect and deploy security solutions leveraging:
Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM & SOAR)
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Microsoft Purview
Integrate security telemetry and automate threat detection workflows.
Establish centralized monitoring and incident response using Microsoft security tools.

Identity & Access Security

Implement identity governance using:
Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD)
Design secure authentication frameworks including:
Conditional Access
MFA
Privileged Identity Management (PIM)

Threat Detection & Security Operations

Build advanced threat detection use cases and analytics rules in Sentinel.
Support SOC teams in incident investigation, response automation, and threat hunting.
Integrate threat intelligence feeds and automate response playbooks.

Data Security & Compliance

Implement data classification, DLP, and compliance monitoring using Microsoft Purview.
Support regulatory frameworks such as:
ISO 27001
GDPR
HIPAA
SOC2

Security Governance

Define enterprise security policies and governance frameworks.
Conduct security posture assessments and maturity evaluations.
Provide security advisory services to executive leadership and business units.

Required Skills & Expertise

Core Technical Skills

Strong expertise in Microsoft security platforms and services.
Deep understanding of:
Cloud security architecture (Azure preferred)
SIEM/SOAR platforms
Endpoint protection technologies
Identity & access management

Microsoft Security Stack Experience

Hands-on experience in:

Microsoft Sentinel
Microsoft Defender Suite
Microsoft Entra ID
Microsoft Purview
Azure Security Center / Defender for Cloud

Security Domains Knowledge

Zero Trust architecture
Identity security
Endpoint security
Cloud security
Data protection and compliance
Security monitoring and incident response

Certifications (Preferred)

Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst
Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator
CISSP / CISM / CCSP (preferred)

Soft Skills

Strong stakeholder communication and executive presentation skills
Ability to lead enterprise security transformation initiatives
Strategic thinking with hands-on technical depth
Ability to collaborate across security, cloud, and infrastructure teams

Typical Responsibilities In Client Engagements

Lead Microsoft security transformation programs
Design SOC modernization initiatives
Implement Zero Trust security frameworks
Build enterprise security monitoring platforms
Support security compliance and audit readiness

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