Lead Microsoft Security Architect

£120,000-145,000 GBP

Car Allowance

Hybrid WORKING

Location: Central London, Greater London - United Kingdom Type: Permanent

Lead Microsoft Security Architect

Up to £145,000 + Package

London

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A global consulting and technology giant is hiring for a Lead Microsoft Security Architect to play a key role in shaping, selling and delivering large-scale Microsoft Security solutions across enterprise clients.

This is a senior, high-impact position combining presales leadership, solution ownership and technical authority, working closely with stakeholders, delivery teams and sales leadership.

What you'll be responsible for as a Lead Microsoft Security Architect:

• Owning the design and delivery of Microsoft Security solutions across complex enterprise environments
• Leading presales activity, shaping end-to-end security propositions and supporting large, multi-million-pound deals
• Acting as a trusted security advisor to senior client stakeholders, translating risk and technical detail into clear business value
• Defining and evolving security offerings and go-to-market solutions aligned to Microsoft's security portfolio
• Supporting and mentoring architects and delivery teams, setting technical direction and ensuring high-quality outcomes
• Representing the security practice internally and externally, contributing to thought leadership and market presence

About the Candidate

The right Lead Microsoft Security Architect should have:
• Strong experience operating at Architect / Senior Manager level within security consulting or professional services
• Proven enterprise presales experience, supporting deals typically ranging from £3m to £6m+
• Deep, hands-on expertise across the Microsoft security stack,
• The ability to articulate an end-to-end security value proposition, covering strategy, delivery and managed services
• Confidence engaging with C-suite and senior technology leaders
• Experience designing and leading large-scale security transformation programmes
• Strong leadership skills with a collaborative, growth-focused mindset

What's in it for you?
• Salary ranging from £120,000-£145,000
• Hybrid working
• Package including Car Allowance
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, high-impact enterprise programmes
• Ongoing professional development, training and certification support

T o hear more about the Lead Microsoft Security Architect role contact Daire McIlhatton at