Cloud Solution Architect - Security
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 6, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 5, 2026. Microsoft scores B on the Alion truth index.
Join Microsoft Security and help shape the future of AI-powered cyber defence.
We are looking for a Security Cloud Solution Architect (CSA) to help enterprise customers modernise their security operations using Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, Security Copilot and other Microsoft Security solutions.
In this customer-facing role, you will act as a trusted technical adviser, helping customers design and adopt secure, scalable architectures, strengthen their security posture and move towards AI-powered security operations.
You’ll work with some of Microsoft’s largest customers, combining deep cybersecurity expertise, technical architecture and customer engagement to solve complex security challenges.
Responsibilities
As a Security Cloud Solution Architect (CSA), you will act as a trusted technical adviser to enterprise customers, helping them modernise their security operations and maximise the value of Microsoft Security solutions.
- Lead security architecture, design and technical workshops with enterprise customers.
- Guide customers through the deployment, adoption and optimisation of Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, Security Copilot, Entra and Defender for Cloud.
- Help customers modernise their SOC and security strategy, including Zero Trust and AI-powered security.
- Build trusted relationships with security leaders, architects and technical teams, connecting technology decisions to business outcomes.
- Remove technical blockers and lead customers through complex security transformations.
- Drive adoption of Microsoft Security solutions and deliver measurable improvements in customers’ security posture.
- Collaborate with Microsoft engineering, account teams and other technical specialists to deliver successful customer outcomes.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Extensive experience in cybersecurity, cloud security, security architecture or customer-facing technical security roles.
- Strong experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale security solutions across cloud and hybrid environments.
- Deep expertise in at least one of: SIEM/SOAR, SOC, XDR, Cloud Security, Identity & Access Management, or Zero Trust.
- Proven experience leading complex customer security engagements and influencing technical and senior stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture, cyber threats and security operations.
- Relevant technical degree or equivalent practical experience.
Cloud Solution Architecture IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across Netherlands is € 65,100.00 - € 110,000.00 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/corporate-pay/netherlands-corporate-pay.html
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
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