Solutions Architect

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Solutions Architect based in the United States. The Solutions Architect will shape and govern a secure, scalable Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 environment supporting critical business operations. This role establishes architectural standards, strengthens identity and security controls, and optimizes cloud infrastructure costs. You will lead strategic initiatives spanning AI adoption, document management modernization, and cyber-resilient disaster recovery. Working closely with IT, Information Security, Innovation, and business stakeholders, you will translate complex business needs into practical technical solutions. The position also ensures that systems meet demanding client confidentiality, data governance, and compliance requirements. This remote opportunity is ideal for an experienced cloud architect who combines technical depth, strategic thinking, and strong stakeholder communication. \n Accountabilities:

The Solutions Architect is responsible for the architecture, governance, and continuous improvement of the organization’s Azure and Microsoft 365 environment. The role provides technical direction across infrastructure, security, integrations, and emerging technologies. Own the architecture and governance of the Azure and Microsoft 365 environment, including identity management, security, and cost optimization.

Establish architectural design standards and security baselines to ensure consistency across new projects and existing systems.

Design secure integrations between new platforms and established applications, including document management and practice management systems.

Define dedicated Development and Production environments, tenant isolation strategies, and migration approaches for organizational entity transitions.

Lead architecture planning and readiness for Microsoft 365 E7, including identity capabilities, Copilot, and AI agent governance.

Drive the architecture of document management modernization initiatives and disaster recovery solutions, with a focus on cyber resilience and business continuity.

Ensure solutions support client security obligations and relevant frameworks, including ISO 27001, ISO 27701, ISO 42001, and the NIST AI Risk Management Framework.

Establish formal architecture documentation, review procedures, and security design assessments.

Translate business requirements into secure, scalable technical solutions and communicate architectural decisions clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Collaborate with IT, Information Security, Innovation, and business teams to align technology decisions with operational priorities and confidentiality requirements.

Requirements: The ideal candidate brings substantial IT infrastructure experience and demonstrated expertise in cloud or enterprise architecture, particularly across Microsoft technologies. Strong security knowledge, architectural documentation skills, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders are essential. At least 8 years of IT infrastructure experience, including 3 or more years in a solutions architecture, cloud architecture, or enterprise architecture role.

Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams.

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, single sign-on (SSO), Intune, Defender, Purview, and Zero Trust principles.

Experience with multi-tenant architecture, tenant separation, or tenant migrations.

Excellent technical documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred qualifications include: Experience in a law firm or professional services environment, particularly where client confidentiality and compliance obligations are stringent.

Familiarity with Microsoft Purview capabilities for data governance, retention, data loss prevention (DLP), ethical walls, and e-discovery readiness.

Experience supporting disaster recovery architecture and business continuity planning in cloud environments.

Experience deploying and governing Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio, or AI agents.

Familiarity with FinOps practices, including Reserved Instances, Savings Plans, and cloud cost optimization strategies.

Experience with infrastructure as code, using tools such as Bicep, Terraform, or Python, and with PowerShell scripting.

Relevant Microsoft certifications, such as AZ-305, SC-100, SC-300, or AZ-700.

Benefits: Salary:

Starting salary range of $140,000 or more, depending on geographic location, experience, internal equity, market data, and other job-related factors.

Remote work:

Fully remote position, with preference for candidates in the Central or Eastern US time zones and within reasonable proximity to an office location.

Healthcare:

Comprehensive healthcare benefits.

Paid time off:

Paid leave to support work-life balance.

Performance compensation:

Discretionary merit bonuses.

Insurance:

Life and disability insurance coverage.

Retirement:

Retirement plans.

Professional development:

Tailored learning opportunities to support continued growth and technical development.

\n

How Jobgether works: We use an

AI-powered matching process

to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice:

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1