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Principal Network Solution Architect

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Microsoft Corporation

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United States , Springfield

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IT - Software Development

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122500.00 - 214600.00 USD / Year
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Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Principal Network Solutions Architect to lead the design, implementation, and governance of complex networking projects. This role involves collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable, and cost-effective solutions that meet customer requirements.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead the design, implementation, and governance of complex networking projects
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable, and cost-effective solutions
  • Gather customer/partner insights to shape project definition and execution
  • Define and document architecture to communicate business solution value proposition
  • Collaborate with Project Manager to drive project/technical governance of design, build, and deployment
  • Work with business sponsor and stakeholders to gather and ratify requirements and constraints
  • Collaborate with Account Team and/or Bid Team to understand business solution/problem
  • Anticipate and identify scenarios that could slow or impede pre-sales/delivery
  • Work with Project Manager and Account Team to identify, categorize, and communicate business and technical risks
  • Generate new and/or improvements to existing intellectual property
  • Develop a network of internal/external relationships with senior-level decision makers
  • Use evidence-based arguments to respectfully challenge decisions when suboptimal
  • Lead adoption of Microsoft solutions technologies based on understanding of competitor solutions

Requirements:

  • Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years experience in technology solutions, practice development, architecture, consulting, and/or technology domain (e.g., Security) OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years experience in technology solutions, practice development, architecture, consulting, and/or technology domain (e.g., Security) OR equivalent experience
  • 2+ years managing multiple projects or portfolios
  • 1+ year(s) experience leading blended, multidisciplinary teams
  • Active U.S. Government TOP SECRET/SCI Security Clearance
  • Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements
  • Must pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter

Nice to have:

  • Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years experience in technology solutions, practice development, architecture, consulting, and/or technology domain (e.g., Security) OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field AND 12+ years experience in technology solutions, practice development, architecture, consulting, and/or technology domain (e.g., Security) OR equivalent experience
  • 6+ years technical sales experience
  • 6+ years project management experience
  • 3+ years people management experience, including managing consultant practice managers, technical sales managers, and/or technical architect managers
  • Technical or Professional Certification in Domain (e.g., Security)

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Job Posted:
March 19, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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