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About Microsoft
Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing
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Listed pay typically runs
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Solutions Architect - CTJ - POLY joins the Microsoft Federal Consulting Services team to design end-to-end technology solutions that map customer business problems to reusable architectures. This role involves managing the entire project lifecycle from pre-sales through delivery oversight, where you will set technical direction, ensure quality contract deliverables, and lead technical communities. You will be responsible for educating partners on AI/ML capabilities using Azure Cloud services while creating intellectual property to address complex organizational challenges. The position requires expertise in Azure Cloud services, including hyperconverged infrastructure, virtual desktop infrastructure, and networking technologies. Candidates must navigate a dynamic environment involving security standards like NIST 800-53, 171, 172, and MITRE ATT&CK. This role specifically serves the U.S. Government, requiring an active Top Secret clearance with SCI and Polygraph to support federal agency requirements.
What does a Solutions Architect earn?
Median $196750 from 103 postings across 26 companies.
Map customer business problems to reusable end-to-end technology solutions and adoption strategies.
Manage project lifecycles from early pre-sales through delivery oversight for large, complex projects.
Engage in presales work to identify, pursue, and close strategic business development opportunities.
Educate customers and partners on the capabilities of AI/ML using Azure Cloud services.
Formulate AI/ML solutions with senior executives to address specific organizational challenges.
Provide quality assurance for technical solutions developed by others and lead technical communities.
Create and share intellectual property that leverages AI/ML Azure cloud services.
What we're looking for
A Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field and 4+ years of experience in technology solutions, architecture, or consulting.
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field and 6+ years of experience in technology solutions, architecture, or consulting.
Equivalent professional experience to the specified degree and experience requirements.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must possess an active U.S. Government Top Secret Clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) based on a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with Polygraph.
Experience building, administering, or operating IT services in an air-gapped environment (preferred).
Experience providing solution architecture and consulting for U.S. Department of War customers (preferred).
Security experience with NIST 800-53, 171, 172, MITRE ATT&CK, or DoD 8140 certifications like CISSP (preferred).
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