Senior Security Cloud Solution Architect - CTJ - Top Secret

Microsoft • Reston, VA

103d • $106,400 - $203,600

About The Position

Microsoft Federal is seeking a Senior Security Cloud Solution Architect to help drive secure cloud innovation for U.S. government missions. Microsoft is on a mission to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Our culture is built on a growth mindset, inspiring excellence, and fostering a workplace where everyone can do their best work. Microsoft Federal partners with the U.S. Government, across Civilian, Defense, and Intelligence agencies delivering secure, mission-critical solutions that meet unique legal, regulatory, and procurement requirements. Our people are trusted advisors who bring the expertise, clearances, and flexibility needed to support evolving government missions. As a Senior Security Cloud Solution Architect, you'll help U.S. Federal customers defend the nation, serve citizens, and innovate with confidence. You'll design and deliver end-to-end security solutions tailored to the unique needs of Federal, DoD, and Intel organizations, while working within a culture that values respect, integrity, accountability, and inclusion. Why Join Microsoft Federal: Here, your work has direct impact, protecting national interests, advancing government missions, and supporting those who serve. You'll grow your career with world-class training and certifications, work alongside industry-leading experts, and leverage Microsoft's most advanced cloud security technologies to make a difference where it matters most.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, Liberal Arts, or related field AND 4+ 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.
• ACTIVE U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance.
• 4+ years experience working in a customer-facing role (e.g., internal and/or external).
• 4+ years experience working on technical projects.
• Technical Certification in Cloud (e.g., Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google, security certifications).
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Cloud and/or Microsoft Sentinel.
• Experience integrating Azure security with multi-cloud or hybrid environments.
• Familiarity with threat hunting, incident response, and SOC modernization practices in government or defense settings.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, Liberal Arts, or related field AND 8+ 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 Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, Liberal Arts, or related field AND 6+ years experience in cloud/infrastructure technologies, technology solutions, practice development, architecture, and/or consulting OR equivalent experience.
• Microsoft or industry security certifications (e.g., SC-100, SC-200, AZ-305, CISSP, CISM).
• Knowledge of competitors cloud platforms, security products and services.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deliver advanced security solutions that protect and enable the mission-critical work of the U.S. Federal Government, Department of Defense, and Intelligence Community.
• Develop and deliver end-to-end security architectures that align with Zero Trust, Microsoft Well-Architected Framework, and 'Secure by Design' principles.
• Architect solutions that meet Federal, DoD, and Intel compliance requirements (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, DoD SRG IL4/5/6).
• Conduct Architectural Design Sessions, workshops, and customer engagements, driving secure adoption of Azure and Microsoft 365 E5 Security/Compliance services.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and prove the value of Microsoft security solutions in mission-critical environments.
• Collaborate with Microsoft stakeholders, engineering, and product teams to deliver secure, scalable enterprise solutions.
• Articulate and land the value of modern SOC transformation, automation, and Zero Trust security for customer missions.

Benefits

• Industry leading healthcare
• Educational resources
• Discounts on products and services
• Savings and investments
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Generous time away
• Giving programs
• Opportunities to network and connect

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree