Cyber - Microsoft Security Solution Architect - Senior Manager - Consulting

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The Opportunity In a rapidly evolving technology and cybersecurity landscape, clients across all industries look to EY for trusted solutions to address increasingly complex risks, threats, and transformation initiatives.   EY is launching a next-generation Microsoft Enterprise Platform  capability within our National Consulting Microsoft Cybersecurity practice. This capability is part of EY’s  strategic Microsoft partnership and broader value creation initiative , focused on delivering large-scale, enterprise transformation programs across functions such as  finance transformation, supply chain, and digital business solutions .   As part of this team, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering enterprise-grade Microsoft security solutions. You will contribute as a:

Microsoft Security Solutions Architect , leading solutioning, deal shaping, and pre-sales strategy

Your Key Responsibilities Responsible for shaping client opportunities, architecting Microsoft-based security solutions, and supporting go-to-market strategy. These leaders focus on  solution design, deal execution, and client-centric innovation , as well as delivering security projects, particularly for large-scale Microsoft platform opportunities.   Shared Responsibilities

Lead delivery or solutioning of  Microsoft Enterprise Platform engagements across AI, Security, and Cloud Design and implement  enterprise-scale Microsoft security solutions aligned to business outcomes Act as a team leader, presales subject matter expert, and delivery lead for stakeholders across  security, identity, data, and cloud architecture Collaborate across sales, architecture, and delivery teams to drive successful client outcomes Support the growth and scaling of EY’s  Microsoft Enterprise Platform capability

Solution Architect Responsibilities and Support

Support complex  transformation programs and enterprise-scale delivery engagements Key inputs and scale for solution offerings across AI, Security, and Cloud domains Drive delivery excellence, governance frameworks, and quality standards Lead implementations across Microsoft technologies. Build, mentor, and lead high-performing consulting teams

Azure (cloud infrastructure and platform services) Microsoft 365, including Copilot and collaboration platforms Microsoft Security stack (Entra ID, Defender, Sentinel, Purview) Data and AI platforms

Translate business and regulatory requirements into scalable, secure architectures Support proposals, RFP responses, and executive-level client presentations Partner with Solution Offering Leads to ensure alignment from sales through delivery

Skills and attributes for success Skills:

The ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in written form when interacting with clients, senior leaders, technical teams, support staff, vendors, and business partners in both technical and non-technical terms.  The ability to engage with clients by listening to and understanding their needs.  The ability to recognize when to escalate risks, issues, and opportunities to enhance service delivery and increase revenue to appropriate client and EY leadership.  The ability to manage the creation, review, and delivery of high-quality work products, client reports, and presentations.  Adherence to service quality standards and program management requirements.  The ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment that is culturally diverse and with geographically dispersed teams.  Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to process complex