Cloud Solution Architect, Cybersecurity

Microsoft

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$86,100–$169,800 / yr
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12 days ago
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Confirmed live today
Closes
Apr 12, 2027

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TL;DR · Cloud Solution Architect, Cybersecurity

The Cloud Solution Architect- CYBERSECURITY -CTJ-Top Secret/SCI joins the Microsoft Federal team to drive customer transformation on the Microsoft Azure Platform. In this customer-facing role, you will own the technical relationship and strategy, leading end-to-end engagements that include architecture, implementation, and production. You will build secure strategies and architectures for mission-critical work, specifically focusing on Zero Trust, Modern SOC, and secure AI adoption. Day-to-day tasks involve performing hands-on activities with Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Defender XDR, Sentinel, and Entra. You will utilize technical knowledge of Identity and Access Management, Threat Protection, and Information Protection to meet regulatory and compliance needs. The role requires expertise in cyber defense, incident response, and the MITRE ATT&CK framework to solve complex security problems for U.S. Federal Government customers.

What you'll do

  • Lead end-to-end value propositions for Zero Trust, Modern SOC, and secure AI adoption across Microsoft Security offerings.
  • Define secure strategies and architectures for Identity, Threat Protection, and Governance using Azure and M365 E5 services.
  • Perform hands-on activities to operationalize native security solutions like Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, and Entra.
  • Architect security solutions that meet specific business, IT, regulatory, and compliance requirements using "Secure by Design" frameworks.
  • Run Architectural Design Sessions to build implementation plans and reach consensus on solution designs with customers.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues to demonstrate the value of implemented Azure and M365 Security technologies.
  • Act as a Voice of the Customer to share insights and influence the Microsoft product roadmap.
  • Orchestrate technical resources and collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver complex enterprise solutions.

What we're looking for

  • Must have a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and 2+ years of experience in cloud/infrastructure technologies or related IT fields.
  • Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Must be able to pass a Microsoft Cloud background check every two years.
  • Must be willing to travel up to 75% of the time depending on location.
  • Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years of experience in cloud/infrastructure or a Master's Degree and 3+ years of experience is preferred.
  • 2+ years of experience in customer-facing roles and technical projects is preferred.
  • Technical certifications in Cloud, specific Microsoft Security certifications, or DoD 8140 level 3 compliant certifications are preferred.

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