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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Security Architect - **Company:** Anson McCade - **Location:** Edinburgh, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £110,000.0 - £150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Cloud Computing Security, Microsoft Security Essentials - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815165332-lead-security-architect ## About the Role * Extensive experience in Microsoft Security across Defender, Sentinel, Entra, Purview, and cloud security * Strong background in both presales and delivery within enterprise environments * Proven ability to lead large-scale security transformation programmes * Experience shaping and building new security offerings * Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at executive level * Advanced Microsoft security certifications (e.g. SC-100, SC-200) * Experience working within complex, matrixed organisations Desirable * Industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM or similar * Knowledge of compliance frameworks (e.g. GDPR, ISO27001, NIST), This is an excellent opportunity for a senior security professional who combines deep technical expertise with strong commercial and leadership capabilities. ## Description Lead Security Architect - Microsoft Security (Senior Manager Level) Locations: London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh Salary: £110,000 - £150,000 + Car allowance + package We are seeking an experienced Lead Security Architect to play a pivotal role in driving Microsoft Security solutions across large-scale enterprise engagements. This is a senior leadership position combining technical expertise, sales engagement, solution design, and delivery oversight. This role sits at the heart of a high-growth Microsoft-focused security practice, working on complex transformation programmes across major UK and global clients. Role Responsibilities * Lead the design and delivery of Microsoft Security solutions across enterprise clients * Own solutioning and support sales engagements, including large-scale presales opportunities (£3m-£6m+) * Define and evolve go-to-market offerings and security capabilities * Provide technical leadership across delivery teams, ensuring successful implementation * Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, clients, and partners * Act as a thought leader in Microsoft Security, both internally and externally * Drive capability development, including skills, certifications, and team growth Required Experience * Extensive experience in Microsoft Security across Defender, Sentinel, Entra, Purview, and cloud security * Strong background in both presales and delivery within enterprise environments * Proven ability to lead large-scale security transformation programmes * Experience shaping and building new security offerings * Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at executive level * Advanced Microsoft security certifications (e.g. SC-100, SC-200) * Experience working within complex, matrixed organisations Desirable * Industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM or similar * Knowledge of compliance frameworks (e.g. GDPR, ISO27001, NIST) What's on Offer * Opportunity to work on large, complex Microsoft Security programmes * Access to extensive training and certification support * Strong career development framework and leadership exposure * Collaborative and high-performing team environment This is an excellent opportunity for a senior security professional who combines deep technical expertise with strong commercial and leadership capabilities. 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