Microsoft Security Architect

The Senior Microsoft Security Architect position is centered around delivering advanced technical expertise in the creation, implementation, and enhancement of a secure M365 environment within our organization. The primary focus is to ensure the security and availability of our M365 applications through the formulation and execution of effective policies.

This is a hybrid position to either Tampa or Chicago.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading the design, architecture, and implementation of a secure M365 environment
• Driving the adoption of Microsoft cloud security technologies across the organization
• Serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Microsoft security suite, specializing in Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Defender for Identity, and Defender for Office 365
• Guiding and overseeing the secure adoption of Microsoft security services for M365
• Extensive hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender Suite, covering Defender for Cloud, Defender for Office, Defender for Identity, and Defender for Cloud Apps
• Integration of robust identity and access management controls within the M365 environment
• Architecting and implementing comprehensive event management and secure logging for M365 services
• Utilizing Microsoft Purview integrated data security services, including expertise in data encryption, classification, and labeling
• Managing Microsoft Entra ID governance and providing detailed executive-level reports on M365 security posture and compliance
• Demonstrating exceptional analytical skills, encompassing the gathering and analysis of facts, defining problems, and proposing effective solutions
• Adapting, integrating, and customizing existing programs or vendor-supplied package programs to align with current information systems
• Proficiency in oral and written English
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, maintaining productivity and focus without direct supervision

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
• Certifications in CISSP, CCSP, and MS-500, AZ500, SC-900 & SC-400
• Proven track record of leading the secure adoption of Microsoft security services for M365
• Expertise in Microsoft Defender Suite and associated tools
• Strong experience in integrating identity and access management controls within the M365 environment
• In-depth knowledge of architecting and implementing event management and secure logging for M365 services
• Familiarity with Microsoft Purview integrated data security services
• Practical experience in Microsoft Entra ID governance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to work independently and sustain productivity and focus