Security Solutions Architect

Long View Systems • Houston, TX

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About The Position

As a Solutions Architect - Security you will work with Client Success Managers to ensure the highest levels of client satisfaction. You will design, architect, implement and upgrade solutions, handle and resolve escalations. You will have deep consulting experience leading, designing, and delivering large-scale security initiatives for complex enterprise environments. This role offers the opportunity to shape offerings, mentor junior team members, and contribute to national go-to-market strategies.

Requirements

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in IT security, spanning systems, networks, servers, and cloud
• A strong foundation in security architecture and practical implementation
• Proven hands-on deployment experience with enterprise-grade security solutions.
• Strong expertise with Microsoft Security products, Microsoft licensing models, and cloud security architectures.
• Solid understanding of: Data protection and information security concepts, Security compliance and governance frameworks, Vulnerability management, patching, and remediation processes
• Strong architectural knowledge of cloud and hybrid environments, with Azure expertise and AWS/GCP experience considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of scripting, coding, and automation for security deployment and integration.
• Excellence in: Requirements gathering and analysis, Security architecture design, Documentation and delivery frameworks
• Outstanding leadership, consulting, and client-facing communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Deep understanding of Security frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53, NIST CSF, CIS)
• Amazing communication skills — with the ability to translate technical detail into real-world value for clients
• Interested in and knowledgeable about current news, system information, problems, changes and updates relevant to the IT user community and your area of expertise
• Passionate about creating a great client experience
• Committed to Long View’s four core values: Integrity, Competence, Value and Fun
• Have a growth mindset
• Dedicated to ongoing professional development
• Willing to assist in other areas of the business
• Supportive and aware of following all LVS policies including our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), Security Compliance and Respectful Workplace Programs
• A willing contributor to various government audits and special programs that Long View participates in every year. Part of your duties will be to participate in these programs where needed as it relates to your technology area(s).

Nice To Haves

• AWS/GCP experience

Responsibilities

• Work closely with key stakeholders, including clients and technical specialists, to design and implement enterprise-wide security programs.
• Architect, deploy, and deliver Microsoft Security solutions across cloud and hybrid environments, including identity, endpoint, email, cloud workload, and data security.
• Support sales of Security Solutions with a focus on the Microsoft Technology Stack by qualifying strategic leads and partnering with the Account Management team.
• Partner with Account Managers to shape proposals, lead technical presentations, respond to RFPs, and influence pipeline opportunities through strategic security guidance.
• Lead engagements from discovery through delivery with clarity, alignment, and measurable outcomes.
• Drive end-to-end delivery, including requirements gathering, architecture documentation, solution design, deployment, validation, and operational handover.
• Advise on security strategy, roadmap development, and target-state architectures aligned with business and regulatory requirements.
• Design and implement data protection architectures, including information protection, data loss prevention, and secure data handling practices.
• Apply and map security compliance requirements and frameworks into practical, deployable architectures.
• Research and communicate industry and market trends; participate in networking events and host internal knowledge-sharing sessions to help grow the security team.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Long View career helps you get more out of life
• Company's core pillars — Integrity, Competence, Value, and Fun
• 89% of Long View team members rated Long View as a good or great place to work!
• Company that values FUN
• Opportunity to shape offerings
• Mentor junior team members
• Contribute to national go-to-market strategies
• Employee resource groups
• Impactful and effective conversations
• Townhalls
• Various company-wide training, including how to reduce unconscious bias
• Inclusive environment
• Commitment to taking consistent, positive and lifelong action to be a diverse and equitable workplace

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees