Microsoft Security Solutions Architect

Lead the design and positioning of Microsoft security solutions in a presales capacity, supporting enterprise clients through complex security transformation initiatives.

• Design end-to-end Microsoft security architectures across Microsoft 365, Azure, and hybrid environments
• Develop budgetary estimates, statements of work, and solution proposals covering full project lifecycles (discovery, design, deployment, and support)
• Engage directly with clients to assess security requirements and define tailored solution strategies
• Deliver compelling presentations, workshops, and technical demonstrations to executive and technical stakeholders
• Collaborate across internal teams to align security offerings with broader solution portfolios
• Contribute to practice development through reusable assets, methodologies, and presales collateral
• Advise clients on Microsoft security capabilities including Defender, Sentinel, Entra ID, Purview, and Intune
• Support cross-functional engagement to improve security posture and ensure successful adoption of Microsoft technologies

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Requirements:

8–10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, solution architecture, or security engineering, with strong exposure to Microsoft security technologies and presales environments.

• Hands-on expertise with Microsoft security stack including Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Entra ID (Azure AD), Microsoft Purview, and Endpoint Manager
• Strong experience designing enterprise security solutions in cloud and hybrid environments (Azure and Microsoft 365)
• Proven background in presales, solution consulting, or client-facing architecture roles
• Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to simplify complex security concepts for executives and stakeholders
• Certifications required or strongly preferred: Microsoft Security Administrator Associate, Azure Security Engineer Associate, CISSP and/or CISM
• Experience with security operations (SecOps), threat protection, compliance, and identity management
• Familiarity with competitive security tools such as CrowdStrike, Proofpoint, Mimecast, Okta, or PingFederate
• Experience developing proposals, statements of work, and technical solution documentation
• Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills in fast-paced consulting environments
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent experience

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Benefits:

• Competitive annual compensation: USD $150,000 – $175,000 plus quarterly bonus (Canada rates vary)
• Fully remote work environment across Canada or the United States
• Employer-covered medical premiums (100% coverage for employees)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Generous and flexible paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement savings plan options
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities
• Strong focus on work-life balance and employee wellness programs
• Inclusive and collaborative culture supporting diversity and career growth

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