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Microsoft

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Software Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Hyderabad

AI generated summary

  • You should have 12-15 years IT experience in solution architecture, strong leadership, pre-sales expertise, and knowledge of Microsoft security technologies. Excellent communication and travel may be required.
  • You will drive cloud solution development, enhance customer experience, mentor teams, assess risks, and support proposal creation while ensuring successful solution deployments and operational excellence.

Requirements

  • Experience required for this role includes:
  • Engagement / Stakeholder management.
  • Successfully demonstrated leadership in 5+ years as solution architecture for enterprise class customers.
  • Excellent Communication (up / down/ peers).
  • Proven track level in business domain & technical conversation.
  • Holistic Infrastructure solution, design and architecture.
  • Proven experience in presales and closing.
  • Previous track record delivering the full project life cycle.
  • A strong focus on below technologies are required:
  • Strong Program and Crisis Management: Expertise in leading programs and managing crises effectively.
  • Security Baseline Assessment: Skilled in assessing and establishing security baselines tailored to customer needs.
  • Pre-sales and Delivery Consulting: Experienced in both pre-sales engagements and delivery consulting, ensuring comprehensive solution implementation.
  • Microsoft Security and Identity Technologies: In-depth knowledge of Microsoft security and identity technologies, including Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender XDR, Defender for Cloud, and Microsoft Sentinel.
  • Identity Solutions and Security Concepts: Proficient in identity solutions and security concepts such as Security Operations, Zero Trust, Privileged Access Management, Just-in-Time Administration, and Privileged Access Workstations.
  • Cybersecurity Expertise: Well-versed in cybersecurity principles, including Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) and credential theft mitigation best practices.
  • Security Assessments and Reviews: Adept in conducting security assessments, reviews, and implementing effective threat modeling and incident response techniques.
  • Hybrid Cloud and Workload Security: Knowledgeable in hybrid cloud environments and workload security configurations and practices.
  • Security Standards and Governance: Familiar with security standards, policies, and governance frameworks.
  • Continuous Integration Technologies: Experienced with continuous integration technologies, including GitHub Projects, Jenkins, Spinnaker, Azure DevOps, Chef, and Puppet.
  • Certifications: AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies certification is a valuable.
  • Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience) relevant to Information Technology, Computer Science/Engineering.
  • At least 12-15 years related IT experience with Solution Architecture having experience in enterprise-scale technical experience with cloud and hybrid infrastructures, architecture designs, database migrations, and technology management.
  • Work experience should involve pre-sales support on large deals in technical consulting, solution design of complex solutions, project envisioning, planning, development, deployment, and Team management.
  • Must have a proven record of delivering business value and proven trust-relationships with CxO, ITDM, BDM.
  • The job may require travel. Fluent English verbal and written communications skills are a must.

Responsibilities

  • Drive & Accelerate production-level Cloud Solutions in line with Customer and Microsoft strategy.
  • Make the Market with innovative Digital Transformation and Modernization projects.
  • Providing customer guidance during envisioning solution & benefits, defining workloads & methodology, project scope and sizing.
  • Drive a positive Customer Experience by providing high quality delivery on strategic, complex deals, demonstrate Technical Leadership: Create Clarity, Generate Energy and Deliver Success.
  • Playing a vital part in business strategy by providing risk assessment, reviewing proposals, identifying new Services development area based on market trends, and customer expectations.
  • Driving successful solution deployments by ensuring proper business value and customer/partner satisfaction. Technically driving Microsoft and partners team to secure delivery of the solution in the defined scope of work.
  • Growing the business through mentoring, talent pipeline development, and community evangelism and sharing experiences to develop assets within the Azure Community.
  • Growing the Business by transforming Services opportunity to Projects with intentional selling of applicable packaged Microsoft Services Offerings.
  • Provide guidance and support around scope definition and solution architecture during services sales cycle and make it a winning proposal.
  • Driving operational excellence and innovation, leveraging new ideas contributing to increase Microsoft value to customers.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Solution Architecture - Security role?

The primary focus of the Solution Architecture - Security role is to drive Digital Transformation and Modernization solutions tailored to Microsoft Consulting Services Domains, ensuring architectural and technical success for customers.

What kind of projects will the Solution Architect be involved in?

The Solution Architect will be involved in large and complex projects, focusing on driving production-level Cloud Solutions, innovative Digital Transformation projects, and pre-sales engagements.

What technologies should candidates be proficient in for this role?

Candidates must have strong knowledge and experience in Microsoft Security and Identity Technologies such as Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and Microsoft Defender, among others, along with expertise in cybersecurity principles and hybrid cloud security.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

Candidates should have at least 12-15 years of related IT experience with a focus on Solution Architecture and enterprise-scale technical projects.

Is travel a requirement for this job?

Yes, the job may require travel.

What educational background is preferred for this role?

A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience) in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Engineering is preferred.

Are there any specific certifications that are valuable for this position?

Yes, the AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies certification is considered valuable for this role.

What skills are emphasized for managing customer relationships in this role?

The role emphasizes strong engagement and stakeholder management skills, particularly the ability to foster senior-level relationships and provide high-quality customer experiences.

What types of activities are involved in the role's responsibilities?

Responsibilities include solution envisioning, defining workloads, project scope and sizing, delivering solutions, conducting risk assessments, and mentoring to grow the talent pipeline.

Does the position require strong communication skills?

Yes, excellent communication skills for interactions at all levels, including CxO and IT decision-makers, are essential for this role.

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