Solution Architect, SOC Transformation and Modernization

Role Responsibilities

• Lead SOC modernization and transformation opportunities from early pipeline qualification through contract closure and into implementation.

• Own end-to-end technical solutioning, including architecture design, scope definition, integration strategy, assumptions, dependencies, and cost estimation.

• Act as the primary technical authority during client engagements—facilitating workshops, solution evaluations, and executive discussions related to SIEM, XDR, SOAR, detection engineering, and SOC operating models.

• Translate client security and operational requirements into scalable, delivery-ready SOC solutions aligned to Avanade and Microsoft best practices.

• Produce high-quality client and internal deliverables, including:

  • Architecture diagrams and reference models

  • Implementation and migration plans

  • Staffing and operating model recommendations

  • Cost drivers, assumptions, and statements of work

• Accelerate opportunity progression by providing clear technical direction, reducing ambiguity, and improving delivery readiness during pursuits.

• Improve win rates by strengthening technical credibility, integration transparency, and execution confidence across the sales lifecycle.

• Maintain consistent solution ownership from pursuit through delivery handoff to preserve architectural intent and minimize rework.

• Serve as the lead solution architect for opportunities that progress to closure.

• Collaborate closely with sales, Microsoft alliance teams, consulting leadership, and delivery teams to ensure alignment between proposed and delivered solutions.

• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, SOC operations, security architecture, consulting, or related disciplines.

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender XDR.

• Demonstrated ownership of technical solutioning for complex SOC or security operations initiatives.

• Experience transitioning from pre-sales or pursuit into delivery or implementation architecture roles.

• Strong background in solution scoping, cost estimation, dependency identification, and delivery preparation.

• Experience integrating third-party security platforms into SIEM, XDR, or SOC environments.

• Comfortable engaging both executive-level and deeply technical stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.

Compensation at Avanade varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Avanade provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.

We anticipate this job posting will be posted on 4/4/2026 and open for at least 3 days.

Avanade offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off.

See more information on our benefits here: U.S. Employee Benefits | Avanade  

Role Location                                    Annual Salary Range

California                                            $155,200 to $184,300

Cleveland                                           $139,200 to $165,300

Colorado                                             $139,200 to $165,300

District of Columbia                     $155,200 to $184,300

Illinois                                                  $150,400 to $178,600

Maryland                                            $155,200 to $184,300

Massachusetts                                $155,200 to $184,300

Minnesota                                          $150,400 to $178,600

New York                                            $164,800 to $195,700

New Jersey                                        $150,400 to $178,600

Washington                                      $155,200 to $184,300