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An exciting new opportunity has arisen, for an experienced Microsoft Security Expert / Microsoft Security Presales Lead to join a global consulting business based in the UK. As the Microsoft Lead Security Architect – Consulting, Presales you will Various UK base locations considered: London, Birmingham, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Manchester. Hybrid working – Candidates need to be flexible for consulting travel.

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  • Extensive background in Microsoft Security
  • familiarity with the core Microsoft product stack, including one or more of: Defender, Sentinel, Entra, Purview etc
  • strong consulting skills/experience, with exposure to presales/proposition development
  • excellent stakeholder / engagement skills
  • MS Security Certifications, e.g. SC-401, SC-100 and/or SC-200

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Job Posted:
May 05, 2026

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Fulltime
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Hybrid work
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