Principal Security Architect – Sentinel, Defender, Purview

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT Infrastructure is seeking a Principal Security Architect to enhance their Microsoft Security offerings. This role involves driving technical standards, designing security solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and operational excellence. Ideal candidates will possess a Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert certification and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Exceptional understanding of Microsoft Security and its overlap with Cloud environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead research and development of security products and features.
• Design and maintain cloud architectures with security at the forefront.
• Produce high-quality documentation for solution architectures.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert

Job description

Principal Security Architect – Sentinel, Defender, Purview, London

Client: InfraView - Specialist Cloud & IT Infrastructure Technology Recruitment

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 23.05.2025

Expiry Date: 07.07.2025

Job Description:

Are you a Microsoft Security Advisor, Architect, Technologist, or Evangelist? If so, we should discuss an opportunity to join a growing practice within a phenomenal organization looking to expand its Microsoft Security offerings for professional and managed services clients.

The Security Architect will be responsible for maintaining high technical standards, operational excellence, and innovation. This includes designing, implementing, and governing security solutions that align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements to ensure cloud environment security and compliance.

This role involves engaging with clients through webinars, presentations, training sales and presales teams to position new products, and collaborating with post-sales teams for delivery excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead research and development of products and features.
• Participate in previews and work with vendors on testing and feedback.
• Gather feedback from cross-functional teams to influence the technology roadmap.
• Provide consultative advice and guidance based on expertise.
• Design and maintain cloud architectures emphasizing scalability and security.
• Create documentation to standardize solutions, processes, and templates.
• Develop technology supporting cloud delivery practices.
• Collaborate with the Product Team to develop service descriptions and ensure proper architecture of new products.
• Develop and enforce security policies to safeguard data and applications.
• Promote a shift-left approach to integrate security early in delivery processes.
• Assist teams in cloud adoption and optimization initiatives.
• Coordinate with Alliance Managers to ensure vendor programs are executed successfully.

Requirements:

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

Please click the button to Apply or contact Will Martin at 020 3950 9977 for more information.

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