Microsoft Security Architect

About Armor Defense

Armor Defense is dedicated to significantly enhancing cybersecurity by serving as the trusted protector and preferred partner for cloud-focused clients managing cyber risks. The company continually innovates to outpace evolving cyber threats and reshape customer outcomes in cybersecurity.

Armor offers distinct solutions allowing clients to understand, co-manage, or fully outsource their cyber risk management. This role is open to candidates based in Singapore, Malaysia, or the Philippines.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

• Lead innovative consulting projects focused on Microsoft and Armor security technologies, addressing modern challenges including AI integration and advanced security operations.
• Evaluate client implementations and suggest improvements to enhance security investments and reduce risks related to security, data protection, and compliance.
• Conduct security assessments, design architectures, and deploy solutions leveraging Microsoft Defender suite, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Entra, Microsoft Sentinel, and Azure Security.
• Develop new consulting and implementation methods for emerging technologies such as Agent 365 to maintain Armor's leadership in Microsoft security capabilities.
• Provide architectural guidance and integration for additional security technologies including vulnerability and exposure management tools.
• Offer support for service delivery on other platforms like AWS, GCP, VMware, and on-premises environments as expertise permits.
• Draft detailed Statements of Work (SOWs) and proposals tailored to customer requirements.
• Serve as a thought leader by participating in industry events, conferences, webinars, and executive briefings.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and service development within Armor’s professional services.
• Ensure positive customer experiences while executing projects that generate recurring revenue streams.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert collaborating internally, with clients, and with Microsoft partners.
• Support internal company projects related to Microsoft security.
• Provide actionable feedback to leadership on enhancing Armor’s service offerings and customer engagement.
• Assist in proposing, selling, and delivering complex managed and professional services solutions for enterprise clients.
• Create technical enablement materials such as workshops, demos, and integrated solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest Microsoft security innovations and industry practices.
• Mentor colleagues and junior consultants as needed.
• Manage project tasks and administrative duties related to service operations.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Deep knowledge of endpoint, on-premises, and cloud security concepts and Microsoft technology architectures; familiarity with AWS, GCP, or other platforms is a plus.
• Proficiency specifically with Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Purview, and the Microsoft Defender Suite, including Defender for Cloud.
• Proven track record in leading consulting engagements and successfully delivering high-quality projects on schedule and within budget.
• Experience developing technical and conceptual security reference architectures.
• Strong presales capabilities in crafting SOWs and proposals.
• Comfortable utilizing AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot and Claude for programming, documentation, and productivity enhancement.
• Experience with or ability to rapidly learn non-Microsoft security tools like Qualys, Wiz, Splunk, Trend Micro, and Crowdstrike.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and executive-level risk communication skills.
• Comprehensive security knowledge with a focus on risk management and compliance.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, team collaboration, and capacity to work independently.
• Ability to engage effectively with diverse clients both remotely and in-person.
• Organized, proactive, and adaptable with a keen desire to make a swift and meaningful impact.
• Willingness to travel up to 20-30% as needed.

Company Values and Work Culture

• Growth Commitment: Embracing continuous learning and adaptable mindsets.
• Integrity: Maintaining honesty and transparency in all actions.
• Empathy: Demonstrating understanding and support with genuine connection.
• Immediate Impact: Taking swift actions to achieve positive results.
• Follow-Through: Ensuring high quality and detailed completion of tasks.

Work Environment and Equal Opportunity

The work atmosphere ranges from low to moderate noise and supports both onsite office and remote work settings.

Armor Defense is an equal opportunity employer, providing fair employment considerations without discrimination on any legally protected basis.