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Security Microsoft Architect
Job Description

Security Microsoft Architect

Role Overview

The Security Architect is responsible for designing and leading the implementation of end-to-end Microsoft Security solutions across hybrid and cloud environments. This role focuses onarchitecture, strategy, and governance, working closely with customers, partners, and internal teams to define secure, scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead security architecture design across Microsoft Security solutions

· Define end-to-end security blueprints aligned to Zero Trust principles

· Act as a trusted advisor for partners and enterprise customers

· Lead solution design workshops and translate business requirements into technical architecture

· Ensure integration across identity, endpoint, data, and other cloud security domains

· Support with best practices, standardization, and reusable frameworks within CoE Security

· Support complex escalations and critical projects across multiple countries

· Contribute to strategic initiatives and portfolio development at ALSO group level

Profile Expectations

· 8–10+ years of hands-on experience in Microsoft Security with

· Proven experience in designing security architecture for SMB and SMC’ customers in Europe

· Strong understanding of Zero Trust, identity-first security, and cloud-native security models

· Ability to see and understand the full (end-to-end) security landscape, including cross-domain dependencies and business impact

· Comfortable leading multi-country engagements and senior stakeholder discussions

· Must hold at least 2 of the following valid Microsoft Security certifications(not mandatory, but beneficial as agreed)

SC-100 Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert MS-102 Microsoft 365 Administrator Expert

AZ-305 Azure Solutions Architect Expert

CISSP: Certified Information Systems Security Professional

Information at a Glance
Remote | Soest, Germany
Level of Experience:  Senior
Job Function:  Sales
Required Travel:  less then 50%

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