Lead Security Architect

• Lead enterprise Microsoft Security presales
• Own solutioning and delivery oversight across major security programmes
• Shape and evolve Microsoft Security go-to-market offerings
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders
• Drive end-to-end Microsoft Security transformation engagements
• Mentor and guide security architects and delivery teams
• Represent the practice as a Microsoft Security thought leader

Technologies:

• Architect
• Cloud
• Security, We are hiring a Lead Security Architect within a leading Microsoft-focused consulting environment to own and shape enterprise Microsoft Security transformation programmes across UK and global clients. This high-impact, client-facing leadership role spans presales, solution architecture, delivery oversight, and capability development, focusing on multi-million-pound security opportunities. Youll join a high-performing Microsoft Security practice working across enterprise clients, global delivery teams, and strategic technology partners. Our environment is highly collaborative, fast-paced, and focused on delivering large-scale security transformation outcomes.

• Strong experience in Microsoft Security consulting, architecture, or presales
• Deep expertise across the Microsoft Security stack: Defender, Sentinel, Entra, Purview, Cloud Security, Zero Trust
• Proven track record in enterprise presales (£3m-£6m)
• Ability to articulate end-to-end Microsoft Security value propositions
• Experience delivering or leading large-scale security transformations
• Strong executive presence and stakeholder management skills
• Microsoft certifications (e.g., SC-100, SC-200, SC-401) preferred
• Understanding of frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, SOC 2