Senior Architect, Security and Infrastructure

Hitachi Solutions is a global Microsoft solutions integrator passionate about developing and delivering industry-focused solutions that support our clients to deliver on their business transformation goals. Our industry focus, expertise, and intellectual property is what truly sets us apart. We have earned, and continue to maintain, a strategic relationship with Microsoft. Recognized for our achievements - teaming with our clients to deliver innovative digital solutions and services - is how we have achieved year by year recognition.

As their trusted advisor, we support our clients to deliver on their strategic business initiatives as they unify, automate, and modernize their data and operations to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance their customer's experience. Our over 3,000 team members across 14 countries, and our 18 years of 100% focus on Microsoft technologies and business applications, is how we deliver excellence through expert services and industry-focused cloud solutions.

A part of Hitachi Ltd., our company has a long and rich history of innovation, financial strength, and international presence of one of the world's largest companies. Since 1910, Hitachi Ltd. has been a leader in manufacturing innovative products and solutions that support industry and social infrastructure around the globe supported by 303,000 employees in over 100 countries and across 864 companies.

Senior Architect, Security and Infrastructure

Role and Responsibilities:

• Respond to monitoring alerts and client requests, both break-fix and proactive support work

• Provide architect-level support for clients'' Azure environments, focused on infrastructure and security, including architecting new environments and changes to existing environments.

• Plan and resolve issues identified in vulnerability reports at the Azure and OS level.

• Lead best practice security assessments of clients'' Azure environments.

• Respond to security alerts, including basic triage and response (up to device/user isolation). Escalate security issues to clients as needed.

• Act as a trusted advisor for clients in their Azure environment.

• Act as a technical mentor and advisor for junior team members.

• Ability to be on call (additional stipend, approx. 1 week/month)

• ~1 call/month on average

• 3+ years of Azure experience, with a focus on infrastructure, security, and networking

• Basic experience with PaaS resources is expected.

• 3+ years of experience with Windows Server and related components, including Active Directory, Group Policy, server management, etc.

• Some experience with Microsoft 365 and Entra ID (Entra ID tenant management, Exchange Online, Intune, etc.)

• Some PowerShell experience is expected.

• Experience with Linux is a plus.

• Experience managing firewalls (specifically Palo Altos) is a plus.

• General areas of support

• Azure infrastructure and networking

• Azure PaaS components, particularly on the core platform/infrastructure side

• Azure diagnostics and logging

• Virtual firewalls (Palo Altos)

• Microsoft Sentinel

• Microsoft Defender XDR stack

• External monitoring system (LogicMonitor)

• Microsoft 365 & Entra ID

• Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, and OS-level issues

Why Join Hitachi Solutions?

• Step into a high-impact role that builds upon a foundation of deep industry expertise.
• Leverage your reputation and knowledge to drive innovation and transformation for leading organizations.
• Be part of a globally recognized team committed to excellence, collaboration, and growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Base Salary Pay Range*: USD $140,000 - USD $180,000

• The current applicable Base Salary Pay Range for this role 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 relevant to the role, internal equity, alignment with market data, or other law.

Other Compensation / Benefit Overview

In addition to Base Salary, the successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the following plans / programs, upon satisfying all hiring requirements:

• Annual Bonus Plan
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance and Disability Programs
• Retirement Savings with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Arrangements including Remote Work

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