Lead Security Architect

Lead Security Architect Location: Offices across, London | Birmingham | Manchester | Newcastle | Edinburgh

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Salary: Up to £140,000

Were hiring aLead Security Architect within a leading Microsoft-focused consulting environment to own and shape enterprise Microsoft Security transformation programmes across UK and global clients.
This is a high-impact, client-facing leadership role spanning presales, solution architecture, delivery oversight, and capability development, with responsibility for multi-million-pound security opportunities.
Who youll be working with Youll join a high-performing Microsoft Security practice working across enterprise clients, global delivery teams, and strategic technology partners. The environment is highly collaborative, fast-paced, and focused on delivering large-scale security transformation outcomes.
What youll be doing Lead enterprise Microsoft Security presales
Own solutioning and delivery oversight across major security programmes
Shape and evolve Microsoft Security go-to-market offerings
Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders
Drive end-to-end Microsoft Security transformation engagements
Mentor and guide security architects and delivery teams
Represent the practice as a Microsoft Security thought leader
What were looking for Strong experience in Microsoft Security consulting, architecture or presales
Deep expertise across Microsoft Security stack:
Defender, Sentinel, Entra, Purview, Cloud Security, Zero Trust
Proven track record in enterprise presales (£3m£6m+)
Ability to articulate end-to-end xwzovoh Microsoft Security value propositions
Experience delivering or leading large-scale security transformations
Strong executive presence and stakeholder management skills
Microsoft certifications (e.g. SC-100, SC-200, SC-401) preferred
Understanding of frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, SOC 2
Why join Work on some of the largest Security programmes using Microsoft technologies
Shape next-generation Microsoft Security offerings and capability
High-performing, collaborative and globally connected team