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A Security Solution Architect designs and builds solution deal shapes, including the development of key solution plan documentation such as cost estimates, staffing plans, delivery location strategies, technical blueprints, and implementation roadmaps. Additionally, this role involves listening deeply to understand the client context before solutioning, relentlessly focusing on client needs, iterating with the client and sales team to uncover and maximize value for both the client and Avanade, and bringing deep expertise in Microsoft security technologies to the solution. The role also requires using storytelling and real-world examples to effectively articulate the solution vision throughout the deal lifecycle.
Come join us
This role will partner with the Sales Team, QA Directors, Delivery Team, and the Client to translate the client value proposition and solution ideas into a viable, winnable, deliverable, and differentiated business solution.
Skills And Experiences
* Proven experience defining solutions based on Microsoft Security technologies.
* Proven experience in deal shaping, customer value proposition development, solution architecture, estimation, and planning.
About You
Characteristics that can spell success for this role
* You have experience working with global teams.
* You have strong written and spoken Spanish and English skills.
* You may possess a technical Degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Engineering, or Maths.
* You may possess Microsoft Azure certifications.
What You'll Do
* Design & build solution plans: understand and translate client requirements; assess relevant services, offerings, and capabilities to address client needs and deliver value; collaborate with other Solution Architects and SMEs to define solutions. Develop key solution plan documentation such as cost estimates, staffing plans, delivery strategies, technical blueprints, and roadmaps.
* Costing, pricing, and deal shaping: complete costing and pricing, using standard solution architecture processes, methods, and tools to ensure quality and efficiency. Identify potential risks and collaborate with senior leadership to mitigate them. Ensure the contract preserves the solution architecture design.
* Support profitable sales: engage in early client conversations, support deal origination and qualification, and play a trusted advisor role. Assist the sales team in commercial shaping and negotiations. Collaborate with the delivery team to ensure smooth transition during mobilization and delivery phases.
Learn more
Avanade is a leading global provider of digital, cloud, AI, and advisory services, industry solutions, and design-led experiences across the Microsoft ecosystem. Founded in 2000 as a joint venture between Accenture LLP and Microsoft Corporation, Avanade boasts numerous certifications, Gold-level competencies, and MVPs. Our 60,000 professionals across 26 countries innovate responsibly to make a meaningful human impact for our clients, employees, and communities.
Explore our projects and insights:
* Avanade Security - Are you Doing Enough? EDF Client Story | Avanade Zurich Client Story | Avanade A Catastrophic Cyber Event. Are You Ready?
* The New World of Decentralized Identity
* Blogs: Avanade Insights, Inside Avanade, Your Career
Some of the best things about working at Avanade
* Opportunity to work with Microsoft’s Global Alliance Partner of the Year, with extensive training and certifications.
* Access to technical and skilled resources globally.
* Dedicated career advisor for growth.
* Supportive coworkers committed to your development.
Learn more about our benefits: Employee Benefits at Avanade | Avanade
A great place to work
Join us for distinctive experiences, continuous learning, and growth. We value diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture of belonging. Our community of smart, supportive colleagues will mentor and guide you, helping us serve clients and communities better. We are committed to innovative, technology-driven solutions that improve how humans work, interact, and live. Discover your future with us!
Create a future for our people that focuses on
* Expanding your thinking
* Experimenting courageously
* Learning and pivoting
Inspire greatness in our people by
* Empowering every voice
* Encouraging boldness
* Celebrating progress
Accelerate the impact of our people by
* Amazing the client
* Prioritizing what matters
* Acting as one
We promote an inclusive, diverse culture with equal employment opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by law.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
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