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Statements of Work achieve client outcomes that provide data protection, reduce compliance risk, and enable the responsible adoption of cloud and artificial intelligence technologies. This role requires outstanding client-facing relationship and customer management skills while simultaneously possessing current subject matter expertise in solution stacks within Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, Entra ID, Defender, and related Microsoft security technologies.\nThe Architect supports presales and leads scoping, discovery, design, implementation, and enablement activities through timeline of engagement. Current deliveries in this service line include AI data governance, information protection, data loss prevention, data security posture management, insider risk, adaptive protection, data lifecycle management, eDiscovery, and communication compliance.\nThis role works with client executives, CISO / Security Director roles, and Governance Risk and Compliance stakeholders to deliver measurable business outcomes on time and within budget. Exemplary sales skills, soft skills, and client-focused communication skills will be required of any candidate. 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