Remote Architect

Summary

Join DGR Systems, a premier technology consulting company, as an Architect specializing in Microsoft Security solutions. This role requires expertise in Microsoft Threat Protection technologies, excellent communication skills, and a consultative mindset.

Requirements

• 8 years of experience in the IT industry with 3 years minimum focus on Microsoft Security Solutions
• Expert in Microsoft security technologies
• The ability to collaborate with other technical team members to develop and design solutions to fit customer needs and goals
• Subject matter expert in the Microsoft security stack with the following technologies: Defender for Identity, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365, Defender for Cloud, Defender for Cloud Apps, Entra ID Protection, Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Purview
• Expert in designing solutions to be deployed and planning implementation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex technical projects
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Proven consultative mindset and experience with the ability to integrate complex elements and customer requirements into innovative technical architectures
• Demonstrated client-focus solutions provider excelling at understanding customer needs and translating those needs to solutions

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate Expertise: Be a subject matter expert in delivery of projects and act as a major supporting role amongst the broader team
• Presentation: Prepare and present reports and recommendations to customers regarding initiatives and projects
• Practice Technical Leadership: Assist Practice leadership in evaluating emerging technology, products, and industry trends for use in setting business strategy for the company
• Pre-Sales Engineering: Support practice leadership and business development in evaluating and recommending technologies, tools, and platforms for all project sizes and complexities, and communicating recommendations to stakeholders
• Architecture Planning: Develop comprehensive architecture plans for any project size and complexity, addressing system integrations, data flows, and infrastructure needs with a focus on scalability, security, and performance
• Design Solutions: Create detailed architecture and design documents that align with business objectives and technical constraints across all project sizes and complexity
• Implementation Oversight: Oversee the implementation of solutions, ensuring development teams adhere to architectural plans and address any issues during the implementation phase
• Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation for all projects, including architectural designs, decisions, and changes, with clear diagrams, specifications, and guidelines
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks in the architecture and design phases for projects of any size, developing strategies to address potential challenges
• Stakeholder Communication: Effectively communicate in both written and verbal form technical concepts and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, facilitating discussions and providing guidance throughout the project lifecycle
• Quality Assurance: Ensure solutions meet quality standards and perform as expected. Conduct reviews, provide feedback, and suggest improvements to maintain adherence to architectural guidelines and enhance practices
• Compliance and Governance: Ensure all solutions comply with relevant regulations, standards, and organizational policies, addressing compliance issues as they arise
• Collaboration: Collaborate with architects, engineers, project managers, and delivery leaders to align architecture with project goals and ensure integration with existing systems
• Mentorship and Leadership: Engage in the training, development, coaching, and selection of less experienced team members, providing leadership and guidance

Benefits

• Group Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Company Paid Life Insurance (Basic & AD&D)
• Company Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Company Paid Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Voluntary Insurance Options (Voluntary Life, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Certification Reimbursement
• Work From Home Program
• Wellness Resources