Principal Security Architect – Sentinel, Defender, Purview

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Principal Security Architect to enhance their Microsoft Security offerings. This role focuses on designing and implementing security solutions, ensuring compliance, and engaging with clients to promote new products. Candidates should hold a Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert certification and possess strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of Microsoft Security and cloud environments required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead research and development of security products and features.
• Design and maintain cloud architectures focusing on scale and security.
• Develop and enforce security policies to protect data and applications.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert certification

Job description

Principal Security Architect – Sentinel, Defender, Purview, Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client: InfraView - Specialist Cloud & IT Infrastructure Technology Recruitment

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 10

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

Are you a Microsoft Security Advisor, Architect, Technologist, or Evangelist? If so, we should discuss an opportunity to join a new practice within a phenomenal multi-million-pound organization looking to expand its Microsoft Security offerings for Professional and Managed Services clients.

This Security Architect will be responsible for driving high technical standards, operational excellence, and innovation. The role involves designing, implementing, and governing security solutions that align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements, ensuring the security and compliance of our cloud environments.

You will represent this area within the business, conducting webinars, engaging with clients, training sales and presales teams to promote new products, and collaborating with post-sales teams to ensure exceptional delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead research and development of products and features.
2. Participate in previews and collaborate with vendors on testing and feedback.
3. Gather feedback to shape the technology roadmap.
4. Provide consultative advice based on your expertise.
5. Design and maintain cloud architectures focusing on scale and security.
6. Create documentation for solution architectures, processes, and templates.
7. Develop technology to support cloud delivery practices.
8. Collaborate with the Product Team on service descriptions and product architecture.
9. Develop and enforce security policies to protect data and applications.
10. Promote a shift-left security mindset in delivery processes.
11. Assist in cloud adoption and optimization initiatives.
12. Coordinate with Alliance Managers to ensure vendor programs are successful.

Requirements:

• Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert certification.
• Deep understanding of Microsoft Security and cloud environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail.

Please apply via the button or contact Will Martin at InfraView on 020 3950 9977 for more information.

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