Microsoft 365 Solution Architect

Job Summary:

Role Overview

The Solution Architect will lead the design of a large-scale Microsoft 365 migration and managed services program for a Tier-1 financial institution. This role will ensure the solution is enterprise-ready, compliant with financial services regulations, and scalable across multi-country operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Define the end-to-end architecture for Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Intune, Teams, Copilot).
• Develop migration strategies for 50,000+ users, including coexistence with legacy systems (VDI, Workspace ONE, Veritas EV).
• Partner with Security SME to embed compliance frameworks (BNM, MAS, OJK).
• Prepare detailed architecture documentation, high-level designs (HLDs), and low-level designs (LLDs).
• Present and defend solution design in client workshops and RFP evaluations.
• Provide thought leadership on license optimization, adoption, and long-term governance.

Required Skills & Experience

• 12+ years in enterprise IT, with 5+ years as a Microsoft 365 architect.
• Proven track record leading 40K-user M365 migrations in FSI or regulated industries.
• Deep knowledge of hybrid identity, Entra ID, Azure AD, authentication, and federation.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft security & compliance tools (Purview, Defender, Sentinel).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to engage C-level stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert or M365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert.
• Experience in multi-country rollouts with multilingual and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with AI-driven adoption (Microsoft Copilot).