Microsoft Solutions Architect

Microsoft Solutions Architect Seattle, WA (100% remote) W2 Contract (4-6 months + potential extension) Overview Our client is seeking Microsoft Solutions Architect to help accelerate several high-priority Microsoft modernization initiatives across identity, endpoint management, virtual desktop infrastructure, and platform operations. This consultant will partner closely with Corporate IT leadership to assess, design, implement, and operationalize Microsoft technologies while reducing implementation burden on a lean internal team. The ideal candidate brings strong experience delivering Microsoft-based infrastructure projects, including Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Microsoft Entra ID, Intune, endpoint security, and modern workplace solutions. This individual will be expected to independently drive implementation efforts, work through a sizable technology backlog, provide architecture guidance, and help maximize the value of existing Microsoft licensing investments. This is a hands-on consulting role requiring both technical depth and a strong service-oriented mindset. The consultant will work closely with IT, Security, Infrastructure, and business stakeholders to translate Microsoft best practices into scalable, operational solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead implementation of Microsoft infrastructure, identity, endpoint management, and security initiatives across a growing Microsoft environment. Design, deploy, and optimize Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) solutions and support virtual desktop modernization efforts. Support Azure Local, Windows Server, Active Directory, and hybrid identity initiatives. Implement and enhance Microsoft Entra ID, Identity Governance, Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and identity lifecycle automation. Improve endpoint management and security through Microsoft Intune, Defender, and related Microsoft security technologies. Support implementation of Microsoft Purview, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and information protection capabilities as needed. Assess current-state environments, identify implementation gaps, and execute against a prioritized backlog of Microsoft platform initiatives. Develop implementation roadmaps, operational standards, and supporting documentation to ensure long-term sustainability. Partner with IT stakeholders to provide technical guidance, knowledge transfer, and successful adoption of implemented solutions. Operate as a hands-on technical lead who can independently drive projects from design through implementation. Required Qualifications 5+ years of hands-on Microsoft infrastructure, endpoint, security, or cloud engineering experience. 2+ years serving as a Solutions Architect, Technical Lead, or equivalent implementation-focused role. Experience implementing Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) solutions. Experience supporting Windows Server environments and Active Directory. Experience implementing Microsoft security and identity solutions in enterprise environments. Ability to independently drive technical initiatives from planning through deployment. Experience working within lean, highly collaborative IT organizations. Strong customer-service mindset and stakeholder communication skills. Experience using Jira or similar work management tools. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Azure Local. Experience migrating remote desktop or virtual desktop infrastructure environments. Experience implementing Microsoft security capabilities including PIM, Conditional Access, DLP, Purview, and Identity Governance. Microsoft certifications such as AZ-305, AZ-104, SC-300, SC-100, SC-200, or AZ-500. Experience supporting rapidly growing organizations with evolving IT and security needs. Experience in consulting or professional services environments. How to Apply: Straightforward, easy one-click apply. Applications accepted through 10/16/2026 About Us: At Brooksource, relationships are the foundation of everything we do. Since 2000, we’ve built lasting partnerships with clients, consultants, and internal teams to deliver an exceptional experience across every engagement. As a trusted IT and Engineering services provider, Brooksource supports Fortune 500 organizations through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, and Elevate, our proprietary Workforce Transformation program. Whether you're hiring for software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, or enterprise IT, our customized staffing solutions are designed to align with your company’s unique goals, culture, and technology stack. We offer flexible hiring models, including contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement to meet your evolving business needs. We are a certified partner of leading platforms, including Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft, and Google Cloud, enabling us to deliver scalable, end-to-end technology solutions. With a growing national footprint, Brooksource is redefining expectations in IT consulting, engineering services, and technology workforce solutions. EEO Statement: Brooksource is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Benefits & Perks Benefits & Perks: Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc. Pay Disclaimer: The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. Brooksource