Sentinel Solution Architect

Quadrasystems.net; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression acceleration

Innovation culture

Certification sponsorship

Mentorship programs

Job summary

BluForge in Bengaluru seeks a Sentinel Solution Architect to design and deploy Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR for enterprise clients across India and the GCC. You will shape security operations, mentor teams, and engage with C-level stakeholders to deliver scalable, cost-optimized security platforms.

Lead architecture, data ingestion optimization, and detection engineering efforts, while guiding multi-tenant deployments and high-impact customer demonstrations to accelerate security

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related field (preferred).
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in security architecture, SOC operations, or enterprise security solution design.
• Industry exposure to BFSI, technology, or global consulting environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end design and deployment of Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR solutions for enterprise and MSSP environments.
• Lead discovery workshops and author high- and low-level designs and blueprint solutions.
• Design and optimize data connector strategies, log ingestion, and cost management.
• Establish and govern detection engineering standards, including MITRE ATT&CK alignment.
• Deliver RFP responses, technical proposals, and customer demonstrations with pre-sales teams.
• Guide SOC Leads and engineering teams on platform strategy and multi-tenant operations.
• Act as technical escalation point to ensure seamless delivery from inception to go-live.
• Provide thought leadership through whitepapers, webinars, and executive briefings.

Skills

Sentinel Architecture

Defender XDR

SC-100

SC-200

KQL Analytics

MITRE ATT&CK

Azure Security

Executive Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Security

Tools

Logic Apps

Playbooks

Azure Lighthouse

Log Analytics

Azure Monitor

Job description

Sentinel Solution Architect - Intelligent Secure Productivity Group

As a Sentinel Solution Architect within our Intelligent Secure Productivity Group, you will architect and deliver transformative Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR solutions for enterprise clients across India and the GCC. You will play a pivotal role in shaping security operations, driving best-in-class detection engineering, and enabling scalable, cost-optimized security platforms. Your expertise will directly influence our clients resilience against evolving cyber threats, while positioning BluForge as a leader in secure digital transformation. This is a strategic opportunity to define reference architectures, mentor high-performing teams, and engage with C-level stakeholders to create lasting business value.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end design and deployment of Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR solutions, ensuring robust, scalable, and compliant architectures for enterprise and MSSP environments.
• Lead discovery workshops, author high- and low-level designs (HLD/LLD), and blueprint solutions that align with client objectives and regulatory frameworks.
• Design and optimize data connector strategies, log ingestion, and cost management to deliver operational excellence and measurable ROI.
• Establish and govern detection engineering standards, including advanced analytics, threat hunting, ASIM normalization, and MITRE ATT&CK alignment for enhanced security outcomes.
• Deliver compelling RFP responses, technical proposals, and impactful customer demonstrations in partnership with pre-sales teams to accelerate business growth.
• Guide SOC Leads and engineering teams on platform strategy, technical roadmap, and best practices for multi-tenant and multi-workspace operations.
• Act as the technical escalation point for architectural challenges, ensuring seamless project delivery from inception through go-live and transition to managed operations.
• Provide thought leadership through whitepapers, webinars, and executive briefings, while mentoring and certifying the Sentinel engineering and administration bench.

Skills and Attributes for Success

Success in this role demands deep technical mastery of Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR, advanced analytical and consultative skills, and a proven ability to architect and operationalize complex, multi-tenant security platforms. You demonstrate expertise in optimizing log ingestion and cost, integrating with diverse enterprise ecosystems, and aligning solutions with regulatory frameworks. Your executive presence, collaborative mindset, and commitment to continuous learning empower you to influence stakeholders, mentor teams, and deliver measurable security outcomes for clients.

Core Technical Skills

• Microsoft Sentinel & Defender XDR Suite Architecture (Priority: 5/5, 4/5):
  • Deep expertise designing and deploying Microsoft Sentinel at enterprise scale
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Defender XDR suite, including MDE (Defender for Endpoint), MDI (Defender for Identity), MDO (Defender for Office 365), MDA (Defender for Applications), MDC (Defender for Cloud)
  • SC-100 certification (Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert)
  • SC-200 certification (Microsoft Security Operations Analyst Associate)
• Data Connector Design & Log Ingestion Strategy (Priority: 4/5):
  • Data connector design, log ingestion strategy, and cost optimization (Commitment Tiers, Basic/Archive logs, Data Collection Rules)
• Detection Engineering & Analytics (Priority: 3/5):
  • Advanced KQL (Kusto Query Language) for analytics rules, hunting queries, parsers (ASIM), Watchlists, detection content quality review, MITRE ATT&CK alignment
• SOAR Design & Automation (Priority: 3/5):
  • SOAR design including Logic Apps, Automation Rules, Playbooks for streamlined security operations
• Azure Security Architecture (Priority: 3/5):
  • Azure Lighthouse, Defender multi-tenant management, RBAC, Azure Monitor, Log Analytics Workspace design for scalable and secure environments
• Integration & Compliance (Priority: 3/5):
  • Integration with third-party security and IT operations tools for comprehensive security coverage
  • Working knowledge of compliance frameworks: MITRE ATT&CK, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI-DSS, RBI/SEBI for regulatory alignment and audit readiness
• Consultative Selling & Pre-Sales Acumen (Priority: 4/5):
  • Consultative selling, leading client workshops, and delivering RFP responses to drive business growth
• Collaboration & Communication (Priority: 3/5):
  • Good communication skills across technical and business domains
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate in high-performance, cross-functional environments (Team Work)
• Executive Presence & Mentorship (Priority: 3/5, 4/5):
  • Executive presence - ability to present to CISO/CIO audiences
  • Mentorship of SOC engineering teams

Desirable/Preferred Skills

• Experience with emerging cloud security solutions (eg, Microsoft Purview, Defender for IoT)
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline integration for security automation
• Exposure to advanced threat intelligence platforms and orchestration tools
• Additional certifications (eg, CISSP, CISM, Azure Security Engineer Associate)
• Hands-on experience with security monitoring for OT/ICS environments
• Familiarity with Zero Trust security frameworks and implementation

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills, including executive presence and the ability to present to CISO/CIO audiences
• Proven teamwork and cross-functional collaboration in high-performance environments
• Stakeholder management and consultative engagement across technical and business domains
• Agility in navigating ambiguity and rapidly evolving client requirements
• Mentorship and coaching mindset for SOC engineering teams
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field (preferred)
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in security architecture, SOC operations, or enterprise security solution design
• Industry exposure to BFSI, technology, or global consulting environments is advantageous

What We Offer

• Accelerated career progression through high-impact, client-facing engagements
• Access to a culture of innovation, thought leadership, and cutting-edge security practices
• Comprehensive learning ecosystem with certification sponsorship and mentorship programs
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on enterprise security transformation at scale

Join us to redefine the future of secure productivity and accelerate your growth as a leader in enterprise cybersecurity.

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