Principal Architect - Security
Core
Lead and deliver complex security engagements centered on Azure Security, Identity & Access Management (IAM), and Microsoft Purview/AI Governance for enterprise clients.
Role type
Principal Architect - Security (Delivery & Advisory)
Builds
Secure cloud, data, and AI governance strategies; enterprise security architectures; solution approaches for client pursuits.
Domain
Cloud Security / Identity Governance / Data Protection / AI Governance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Azure security architecture, Identity & Access Management (IAM), Microsoft Purview governance, Zero Trust design, solution development, delivery leadership, stakeholder advisory, technical risk management, architectural design, security operations, data lifecycle management, AI security enablement
Preferred skills
CISSP, CCSP, CISM, GIAC certifications, infrastructure-as-code, executive advisory experience, regulatory readiness, responsible AI adoption
Technologies
Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, Identity Protection, PIM, Azure Policy, Defender, Sentinel, Microsoft Purview, Copilot, AI agents
Responsibilities
Lead executive and architectural design sessions for target-state security architectures; act as trusted advisor to client stakeholders on security roadmaps and operating models; oversee complex delivery programs from strategy through implementation; design and lead implementation of enterprise security architectures across Azure and hybrid environments; lead engagements focused on Microsoft Purview, data security posture management, and AI governance; contribute to sales enablement, solution development, and proposal articulation; mentor architects and engineers on emerging Microsoft security capabilities
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic advisory