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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Security Cloud Solution Architect- Cybersecurity (AI Threat Prot - **Company:** Microsoft - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $86,100.0 - $169,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Microsoft Security Essentials, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Engineering, Computer Network Operations, Information Technology, Cloud Migration - **Published:** October 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9189244/security-cloud-solution-architect-cybersecurity-ai-threat-prot ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, Liberal Arts, or related field AND 2+ years experience in cloud/infrastructure technologies, information technology (IT) consulting/support, systems administration, network operations, software development/support, technology solutions, practice development, architecture, and/or consulting + OR equivalent experience. Security Clearance Requirements: Candidates must be able to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: * The successful candidate must have an active U.S. Government TS/SCI Clearance. Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required pre-offer and post-hire for this role. Failure to maintain or obtain the appropriate U.S. Government clearance and/or customer screening requirements may result in employment action up to and including termination. * Clearance Verification: This position requires successful verification of the stated security clearance to meet federal government customer requirements. You will be asked to provide clearance verification information prior to an offer of employment. * Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter. * Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This position requires verification of U.S. citizenship due to citizenship-based legal restrictions. Specifically, this position supports United States federal, state, and/or local United States government agency customer and is subject to certain citizenship-based restrictions where required or permitted by applicable law. To meet this legal requirement, citizenship will be verified via a valid passport, or other approved documents, or verified US government Clearance. ## Description Microsoft Federal is looking for individuals passionate about driving security solutions and outcomes that enable mission-critical work for the U.S. Federal Government. The speed of technology is fast; the speed of security is even faster - candidates must be interested in maintaining technical expertise supported by many skilling resources provided by Microsoft to invest in your growth. Ideal candidates for this role will meet the following: * Apply AI-enabled capabilities within Microsoft Security solutions to accelerate detection engineering, investigation workflows, and automation outcomes. * Guide customers in securely adopting AI-enabled security features within the Microsoft ecosystem. * Identify opportunities to reduce manual SOC processes through automation and AI augmentation. * Support secure configuration and governance of AI-enabled workloads in Azure environments. * Candidates should demonstrate a passion for responsibly applying AI to cybersecurity challenges, including both securing AI systems and using AI as a defensive capability multiplier. This role requires continuous learning in emerging AI security threats and the ability to translate innovation into measurable operational improvements for customers. * Lead and an end-to-end value prop for Security (i.e. Zero Trust, Modern SOC with Unified Platform, Cloud Adoption, Digital Transformation and secure adoption of AI) which spans the breadth of Microsoft Security offerings. * Accelerate customer operational security outcomes throughout their Microsoft Security adoption journey by helping define a secure strategy, architecture, and implementation of necessary security controls. These controls should align with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 E5 Security and Compliance services, including Identity and Access Management, Threat Protection, Cloud Security, Information Protection and Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance Management * Perform hands-on activities, supporting the customer in operationalizing native security solutions in areas such as Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Defender XDR, Sentinel, Entra, among others. * Accelerate Business Value of overall Azure adoption by improving security posture. * Apply technical knowledge to architect security solutions that meet business, IT, Regulation and Compliance needs, infusing key security technologies where appropriate. * Ensure that the solution exhibits "Secure by Design" or "Well-Architected" framework, such as high-performance levels, security, scalability, maintainability, appropriate reusability, and reliability upon deployment. * Run Architectural Design Session to build plan for implementing solution - governing design in line with customer business goals and their technical environment. The outcome is consensus on solution design and next steps toward production. * Be a Voice of the Customer to share insights and best practices, connect with Global Security teams at Microsoft, Engineering and Product teams to remove blockers and influence the roadmap. * Troubleshoot technical issues to prove the value of implementation of Azure and M365 Security technologies. * Collaborate with other Cloud Solution Architects and MS stakeholders in developing complex end-to-end Enterprise solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform. * Orchestrate technical resources that may be required to deliver business outcomes. ## Related Videos - [Checkmate: 5 Real Incidents That Can End a Software Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100126-checkmate-5-real-incidents-that-can-end-a-software-company) - [Crypto-secure Data Management with In-Database Blockchain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/632-crypto-secure-data-management-with-in-database-blockchain) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) - [Building Sovereign AI: Lessons from Deploying Secure RAG Systems using Confidential Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100108-building-sovereign-ai-lessons-from-deploying-secure-rag-systems-using-confidential-computing) - [Develop enterprise-ready applications for Microsoft Teams with Azure resources on modern web technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/187-develop-enterprise-ready-applications-for-microsoft-teams-with-azure-resources-on-modern-web-technologies) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)