Microsoft
Cloud Solution Architect - Security
$86K–$223K
United States · On-site · Full-time · Posted Oct 6, 2026
- Experience
- Required: 2+ years in listed cloud/infrastructure, IT, systems, software, technology solutions, architecture, or consulting areas, or equivalent experience. Preferred: Bachelor's degree plus 8+ years; or master's degree plus 6+ years; or equivalent experience. Also preferred: 4+ years customer-facing and 2+ years on technical projects.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience. Preferred alternatives include a relevant master's degree.
- Visa sponsorship
- Not eligible for visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
About the job
Leads customer security transformation on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, shaping security strategy and architecture and supporting implementation and operational health.
What you'll do
- Guide customers in defining and implementing security strategies, architectures, and controls across Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365.
- Conduct hands-on evaluations and troubleshooting of Microsoft security solutions, and lead architectural design sessions toward production.
- Coordinate with customer and Microsoft teams to resolve blockers, influence product direction, and deliver security outcomes.
What they ask for
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related field, plus 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent experience.
- Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer visa sponsorship.
Nice to have
- Customer-facing experience, technical project experience, and expertise in cloud security, threat protection, or identity and access management.
- Relevant certifications, knowledge of cloud security platforms, and experience with security concepts such as Zero Trust and threat management.
Pay
USD $86,100 - $169,800 per year (base salary); USD $113,300 - $187,400 per year (base salary); USD $106,400 - $203,600 per year (base salary); USD $137,600 - $222,600 per year (base salary)
Tools
Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Microsoft 365 Defender, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Intune, Conditional Access
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