Microsoft Security Architect

Key Responsibilities

• Client Consultation: Meet with customers to understand their business needs, security challenges, and technical requirements.
• Solution Design & Architecture: Design comprehensive security solutions utilising Microsoft technologies such as Azure, Entra ID, Entra Private Access, and the Defender suite (Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Cloud).
• Proposal Development: Create detailed solution proposals, including technical architecture diagrams, cost estimations, and implementation timelines.
• Governance & Compliance: Ensure all solutions adhere to best practices for security and governance, incorporating principles like Azure Locks, tags, and robust disaster recovery (DR) strategies. Knowledge of relevant regulatory and data protection standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001) is a significant advantage.
• Technical Leadership: Act as the technical authority on Microsoft security, providing guidance and expertise to both clients and internal teams.
• Documentation: Produce high-quality documentation for all architectural designs, implementation plans, and security standards.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Expertise in Microsoft Azure: Deep understanding of Azure infrastructure, networking, and security services.
• Identity & Access Management: Strong proficiency with Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), including Entra Private Access and advanced identity security principles.
• Microsoft Security Suite: Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender services (Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Cloud) and Microsoft Sentinel (or similar SIEM solutions) for advanced threat monitoring and response.
• Network Security: Proven experience with Azure networking components such as Azure Firewall, Network Security Groups (NSGs), and familiarity with third-party Network Virtual Appliances (NVAs) like Barracuda.
• Endpoint Management: Knowledge of Microsoft Intune for managing and securing endpoints.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Fluent in English with exceptional verbal and written communication skills, capable of effectively presenting complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong Documentation Skills: Meticulous attention to detail in creating clear and comprehensive technical documentation.

• Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., AZ-500, SC-100).
• Knowledge of secure development lifecycle (SDLC) processes.
• Experience with data protection and privacy regulations.
• Project management experience or familiarity with project delivery methodologies.

About
Established over 40 years ago, Codec is a multi-award-winning Microsoft Solutions Partner, trusted by public and private sector organisations to deliver impactful digital transformation. With offices in Dublin, Belfast, Cologne, and across Germany, our team of over 300 experts specialises in harnessing the full potential of Microsoft technologies—including Dynamics 365, Power Platform, Azure, and Copilot—to drive innovation, automation, and operational excellence. Codec combines deep industry expertise with a proven track record to help organisations unlock the power of AI and modern cloud solutionsThough originally best known as a hardware reseller, since 2010 Codec has focused on building an outstanding software consulting business with a team of experts implementing enterprise solutions using products from Microsoft and Oracle. Our customer base, revenues and average contract values have grown steadily year on year and we continue to invest in the provision of new product and service offerings.Our team is a careful mix of recent graduates and experienced professionals from a variety of diverse cultural backgrounds. We are a melting pot of seasoned consultants supported by the best talent from the local universities. We have a thriving placement student academy and graduate recruitment programme which grows year on year.This company is an equal opportunities employer