Solutions Architect

1 Tech Staffing Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Managed Service Provider is seeking an experienced IT Solutions Architect to design and secure cloud environments for diverse business clients. This hands-on role required expertise in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and security solutions to implement practices like Zero Trust. Ideal candidates will demonstrate MSP experience and deep knowledge in managing modern workplace technologies including AI tools. Competitive compensation is provided for successful applicants located in Greater London.

Qualifications

• 5+ years MSP experience in IT architecture roles.
• Deep understanding of Microsoft Azure and 365.
• Demonstrated skills in security architecture and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Design Azure and Microsoft 365 architectures for clients.
• Act as technical escalation point for issues.
• Implement security solutions including Zero Trust.

Skills

Expert-level Azure knowledge

Expert-level Microsoft 365 knowledge

Strong security architecture experience

Experience with Intune

Knowledge of Google Workspace

Exposure to AI tools

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft 365

Microsoft Defender

Zero Trust

Microsoft Intune

Apple Business Manager

Job description

IT SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT (AZURE, MICROSOFT 365 & SECURITY)

A leading Managed Service Provider is seeking an experienced IT Solutions Architect to design and secure modern cloud and workplace environments for a range of business clients.

This is a senior-level, hands-on architecture role focused on Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, security and modern workplace technologies, with exposure to AI solutions, Google Workspace and Apple device management.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing Azure and Microsoft 365 architectures
• Acting as technical escalation point for complex issues
• Implementing Zero Trust and Microsoft Defender security solutions
• Supporting mixed environments (Windows, macOS, iOS, Google Workspace)
• Providing architectural guidance and technical leadership
• Engaging with clients and supporting pre-sales activity

Required Experience

• MSP background
• Expert-level Azure and Microsoft 365 knowledge
• Strong security architecture experience
• Experience with Intune, Defender, Entra and Zero Trust
• Working knowledge of Google Workspace and Apple Business Manager
• Exposure to AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot or Azure OpenAI

Preferred Certifications (not essential)

• AZ-305
• AZ-104
• MS-102
• SC-100/200/300/400