Concentrix is seeking an experienced Cloud Security Architect (CSA) specializing in Microsoft 365 Security, Identity, Compliance, and Data Protection to lead enterprise security transformation initiatives for strategic customers.

The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted technical advisor, helping organizations adopt and optimize Microsoft 365 E5 Security & Compliance workloads, modernize identity management through Microsoft Entra ID, and implement advanced governance, compliance, and information protection solutions using Microsoft Purview.

Technology Focus: Microsoft 365 E5, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender XDR, Compliance & Data Security

Key Responsibilities

Microsoft 365 Security Strategy & Architecture

• Design enterprise-scale Microsoft 365 Security architectures.
• Lead security modernization initiatives aligned with Zero Trust principles.
• Conduct architecture reviews, security assessments, and risk analysis workshops.
• Develop security roadmaps and transformation strategies.
• Drive adoption of Microsoft 365 E5 Security and Compliance capabilities.

Identity & Access Management (Entra ID)

• Design and implement Microsoft Entra ID solutions.
• Architect hybrid identity environments integrating Active Directory and Entra ID.
• Implement:
  • Conditional Access
  • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
  • Identity Protection
  • Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
  • Identity Governance
  • Access Reviews
  • Lifecycle Workflows
• Lead identity security and modernization programs.
• Support customers in moving toward passwordless authentication strategies.

Microsoft Purview – Data Security & Compliance

Lead implementation and adoption of:

Information Protection

• Sensitivity Labels
• Auto-labeling
• Encryption Policies
• Rights Management

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

• Endpoint DLP
• Exchange DLP
• Teams DLP
• SharePoint & OneDrive DLP

Data Governance

• Data Lifecycle Management
• Records Management
• Retention Policies
• Retention Labels

Risk & Insider Protection

• Insider Risk Management
• Adaptive Protection
• Communication Compliance
• Risk Mitigation Programs

Compliance Management

• Compliance Manager
• Regulatory Assessments
• Audit Programs
• Evidence Collection Frameworks

eDiscovery & Investigations

• eDiscovery Standard
• eDiscovery Premium
• Legal Hold
• Records Preservation
• Audit Search

Microsoft Defender Security Integration

Integrate compliance and identity controls with:

• Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
• Microsoft Defender for Identity
• Microsoft Defender for Office 365
• Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps
• Defender XDR

Drive unified Security Operations (SOC) and incident response capabilities.

Customer Advisory & Consulting

• Serve as primary technical advisor for strategic customers.
• Lead executive and technical workshops.
• Present security strategies to C-Level and IT leadership.
• Support customer security governance boards.
• Deliver business outcome-driven recommendations.

Required Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of experience in Enterprise Security and Identity Management.
• 5+ years working with Microsoft Security and Compliance technologies.
• Proven experience delivering Microsoft 365 E5 transformation projects.
• Experience leading enterprise security architecture engagements.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience presenting to both technical and executive audiences.