Microsoft Cyber Security Architect

Network and Endpoint Security Pre-Sales Architect Location: London Please Note: Due to the nature of client work you will be undertaking, you will need to be willing to go through a Security Clearance process as part of this role, which requires 5+ years UK address history at the point of application. Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. 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As a Network and Endpoint Security Pre-Sales Architect, you will: Act as the technical lead in customer-facing engagements, translating complex security needs into effective solution architectures Design Zero Trust-aligned network and endpoint architectures, including segmentation, micro-segmentation, NAC, and DNS-layer threat protection Lead conversations around network modernization , helping clients evolve from legacy architectures to software-defined, cloud-integrated, and policy-driven network designs Deliver workshops, product demonstrations, and proof-of-concept engagements to showcase technical capabilities Work with internal stakeholders (sales, product, and delivery) to ensure solutions are deliverable, scalable, and aligned to client requirements & their environments 14+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong emphasis on network and endpoint security architecture ~ Proven ability to operate in a technical pre-sales or consulting capacity, translating customer requirements into secure solution designs ~ Strong understanding of network security principles, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, NAC, VPN, and network segmentation/micro-segmentation ~ Demonstrated experience driving network modernization initiatives, including transitions from legacy infrastructure to SD-WAN, SASE, and cloud-native security models ~ Hands-on experience with endpoint protection and EDR platforms such as CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft Defender, or Tanium ~ Client Engagement & Technical Pre-Sales Serve as the technical lead in pre-sales engagements focused on network and endpoint security. Design and validate secure architectures incorporating network segmentation/micro segmentation, DNS-layer protection, and endpoint telemetry. Develop integrated solutions leveraging tools like Fortinet, Palo Alto, CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, Zscaler, Infoblox, and others. Recommend strategies for containing lateral movement, hardening east-west traffic, and segmenting access based on identity and risk posture. Align closely with sales, delivery, and product teams to ensure solutions meet customer needs and implementation capabilities. MITRE ATT&CK, Zero Trust), and regulatory requirements. Background in regulated industries like financial services, healthcare, Resources or government Leadership in Next-Generation Cybersecurity : As a trusted security partner, Accenture leads the way in defending digital environments. In this role, you\’ll deepen your expertise in cutting-edge network and endpoint security, Zero Trust architecture, and threat containment strategies that drive real-world impact for clients across industries. Mastery of Emerging Security Technologies : You\’ll gain hands-on experience with best-in-class platforms in firewalling, EDR/XDR, micro segmentation, DNS security, and secure access—positioning you at the forefront of cloud-native, AI-powered, and data-centric security architectures. Engage with Global Security Thought Leadership : Work alongside some of the industry’s top minds in cybersecurity and architecture. You’ll help shape and refine strategies that address today\’s most complex security challenges while contributing to thought leadership, innovation hubs, and industry whitepapers. Leverage insights from threat intelligence, AI/ML, and real-time telemetry to help clients stay ahead of adversaries in a rapidly evolving threat landscape. At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries — powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. With 509,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.