Solution Architect Detect & Respond Platforms

Sandvik Aktiebolag; Stockholms kommun; Hybrid; SEK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandvik is seeking a Senior Solution Architect for Detect & Respond Platforms within Group IT to translate business needs into secure Azure-based solutions. You will drive security by design, mentor teams, and shape roadmaps while collaborating with architects across the cybersecurity domain.

The role emphasizes hands-on expertise in Microsoft E5, Sentinel, Defender suites, and IAM/infrastructure as code, with strong English communication and a proactive security mindset.

Qualifications

• Hands-on solution architect with Azure security experience.
• Strong knowledge of SIEM and security tooling (Microsoft Sentinel).
• Experience with Azure security solutions and Defender suites.
• Excellent English communication; Swedish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead solution design for Detect & Respond Platforms and improve the area.
• Mentor team members and influence policies, practices, and procedures.
• Lead technology development for platform products and roadmaps.
• Research emerging security technologies and recommend enhancements.
• Develop long-term technology roadmaps aligned with product strategy.
• Collaborate with architects across the Cybersecurity domain.

Skills

Azure architecture

Threat detection

Incident response

Security leadership

Communication in English

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

Microsoft E5

Defender for Endpoint

Defender for Cloud

XDR

Rapid7

Job description

Are you ready to step into a role where your work truly matters? At Cybersecurity within Sandvik Group IT, your expertise directly shapes how we protect a global organization. We're looking for a Solution Architect who wants to elevate our cybersecurity capabilities and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

You become a key enabler of Sandvik's Global Security Operations - a central part of our cybersecurity service and the backbone of how we detect, respond and defend at scale.

Your new team

Join our Detect & Respond Platforms team that is all about collaboration, transparency, and knowledge sharing - joining forces to tackle challenges and strengthen Sandvik's security posture. As part of the team, you'll help enable Global Security Operations by delivering expertise, support, and maintenance for critical security tools, with a strong focus on Microsoft E5 security solutions and Azure technologies.

About the job

As a senior Solution Architect for Detect & Respond Platforms, you translate business requirements into secure IT solutions that meet our high security standards. Your ability to interpret business challenges, recommend best practices and design robust solutions makes you a key technical leader in our cybersecurity organization.

You work independently while collaborating closely with your team and architects across the Cybersecurity domain. You provide technical guidance, ensure alignment with business strategy, and support others when challenges are complex. You take initiative, push boundaries and bring a proactive mindset that drives security innovation and inspires those around you.

Job responsibilities

• Lead solution design and ensure continuous improvement in your area
• Solve complex problems with an innovative and broad perspective
• Influence and mentor others in policies, practices, and procedures
• Lead technology development for Detect & Respond platform products
• Research emerging technologies and recommend architectural enhancements
• Develop long-term technology roadmaps aligned with product area direction

Location & flexibility

This position is flexible within Sweden, with a hybrid setup. The team is primarily based in Stockholm, with occasional collaboration and presence in Sandviken.

Your profile

You have a proven background as a hands-on solution architect in Azure, preferably from global organizations. You also have a strong grasp of security best practices including threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability assessment. Navigating complex security landscapes comes naturally, and you have a collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills in English; Swedish is a plus.

Your background includes:

• Deep knowledge of SIEM, preferably Microsoft Sentinel
• Expertise in one or several programs such as: Microsoft E5, Sentinel, XDR, Defender for Endpoint, Rapid7 or Defender for Cloud
• Familiarity with Infrastructure in Code
• Solid knowledge of Azure infrastructure and network fundamentals.
• Confident in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Python or similar
• Excellent communication skills in English; Swedish is a plus

What would make you stand out from other applicants is a strong understanding of AI engineering in Security Operations, hands‑on experience with external attack surface management, or proven knowledge shown through Azure security certifications.

Our culture

Our role is clear - through every action, every day, we make the shift and advance the world through engineering. We believe in an inclusive, equal and open-minded culture, and we nurture our diversities to form a solid foundation for achieving great results. Add fair and rewarding benefits, as well as many different career options. Are you intrigued? Visit our website, LinkedIn or Facebook page to get to know us further.

Contact information

For further information about this position, please contact Therese Rutqvist, recruitment specialist, [e-mail]

Union contacts - Sweden

• Malena Rackner, Unionen, [phone]
• Tord Engström, Akademikerföreningen, [phone]
• Peter Olsson-Andrée, Ledarna, [phone]

Hiring Manager: Petra Englund

At Sandvik, we value a healthy work-life balance and will be away on summer vacation. Therefore, it can be difficult to reach us, and the recruitment process might take longer than usual.