Security Solutions Architect

Avertium

Security Solutions Architect at Avertium advising on and designing Microsoft security solutions for clients in the pre-sales process. Collaborating with Account Executives and partners to drive channel-led pipeline growth.

Posted 6/22/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Hard Skills

information securityIT securityIT administrationsecurity engagementsSOWsWBSMicrosoft security stackcompliance frameworkZero Trust principlesdata governance

Soft Skills

communication skillspresentation skillsrelationship buildinginfluencing skillscustomer-facing skillsdocumentation habitscollaborationproblem-solvingtechnical advisorysales support

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceMicrosoft PurviewIntuneEntraMDREDRemail securitySOC operationsdata protectionAI-enablement

Industry Keywords

CMMCNIST 800-171NIST CSFISO 27001security operationsremediation roadmapdata classificationDSPMsecurity roadmapschannel-led pipeline

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Security Solutions Architect (SSA) is a trusted advisor and technical subject-matter expert embedded in Avertium’s sales organization, partnering with Account Executives, partners, and customers throughout the pre-sales process.
The SSA translates customer security and compliance challenges into well-scoped Avertium solutions.
SSAs design phased security roadmaps, build custom SOWs and line-item Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), develop and deliver Microsoft envisioning workshops, present to technical and executive audiences, and develop partner relationships that drive Avertium’s channel-led pipeline.
The SSA is the technical engine behind one or more AE pipelines and a force multiplier for revenue growth across the Microsoft security, compliance, security operations, and AI-enablement portfolios.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 7 years of experience in information security, IT security, or IT administration, including customer-facing or pre-sales technical work.
Demonstrated ability to scope and document security engagements — SOWs, WBS with hours, and technical proposals.
Hands-on familiarity with the Microsoft security stack (Entra/IAM and at least one of Purview or Intune).
Working knowledge of at least one major compliance framework (CMMC/NIST 800-171, NIST CSF, or ISO 27001) and the ability to translate framework requirements into a remediation roadmap.
Understanding of enterprise security concepts and technologies — MDR/EDR, email security, and how a SOC operates.
Knowledge of data governance and data protection best practices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present to and influence C-suite stakeholders.
Proficiency with CRM-based opportunity management (Salesforce) and disciplined documentation habits.
Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective relationships with coworkers, clients, and partners.
Depth in Microsoft Purview (DLP, Insider Risk, Data Classification, DSPM for AI) and/or Intune and Entra ID.
Expert knowledge of Zero Trust principles; strong email-security and networking knowledge.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote-first with regional alignment to the assigned territory and partner ecosystem.
This position requires up to 25% travel; travel is frequently outside the local area and may include overnight stays.