Security Architect

Role Summary

A client-facing senior architect who represents SWO in client discussions. This person must go beyond product knowledge: they should advise on security best practices, design end-to-end solutions, and explain trade-offs between implementation approaches.

Key Responsibilities

Represent SWO in client workshops, design sessions and executive discussions

Architect and design security solutions across the Microsoft and third-party security stack

Present multiple implementation options with clear pros/cons and trade-offs

Explain integration patterns between Microsoft security solutions and other security products (Proofpoint, CyberArk, ManageEngine, etc.)

Produce architecture documents, HLD/LLD, and solution recommendations

Provide technical guidance to consultants and engineers during implementation

Must-have Skills (hands-on)

Proofpoint (email security / DLP)

CyberArk (PAM)

ManageEngine (IT/endpoint management, AD tools)

Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR: data connectors, analytics rules, playbooks)

Strong knowledge of the Microsoft security stack: Defender (Endpoint, Office 365, Identity, Cloud Apps), Intune, Entra ID

Excellent English communication and presentation skills

Nice-to-have

Microsoft Purview (DLP, Information Protection)

Zero Trust architecture design

Experience with regulated industries (banking, insurance, government)

Certifications: SC-100, SC-200, SC-300, AZ-500, CISSP, CyberArk / Proofpoint certifications