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Enterprise Technology Architecture AV
United States
At Avanade, we help organizations modernize security operations to stay ahead of evolving threats—leveraging deep Microsoft expertise, industry-leading delivery, and human-centered design. We are seeking an experienced SOC Transformation and Modernization Solution Architect to help grow our Security practice and lead complex security operations opportunities from initial qualification through delivery execution.
This role is ideal for a pursuit-to-delivery architect—someone who thrives in shaping technically credible, commercially viable solutions and remains accountable through transition into delivery. You will serve as a trusted technical leader, guiding clients through SOC modernization initiatives with a strong focus on Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender XDR, and integrated security operations platforms.
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.
Infrastructure AV
United States
Manager, Infrastructure Architecture
Avanade is seeking an Infrastructure Architecture Manager to define and deliver enterprise scale infrastructure solutions across cloud, workplace, networking, security, and operations within Microsoft and multi-vendor environments. This role partners closely with clients and cross functional teams to shape architecture strategy, lead delivery efforts, and ensure scalable, secure solutions aligned with evolving business needs. As a trusted advisor, the Infrastructure Architecture Manager provides strategic guidance on technology investment, governance, and modernization to drive long term value.
Come join us
There is one in every group - the person who dreams big and has the motivation to bring their ideas to life, even as others might roll their eyes and prefer to play it safe. Are you that person?
Are you the one who isn’t afraid to break the mold and who gets passionate about the power of digital to transform organizations and ways of working? Because we are building teams of people like that to help our clients unlock the power they need now and own what is next. Together we do what matters.
What you’ll do
• Define the overall infrastructure architecture approach and lead teams of engineers through the design and delivery of enterprise solutions
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic guidance on end‑to‑end IT planning, technology investment, and optimization of existing and emerging platforms
• Partner directly with clients to ensure the successful design, implementation, and adoption of Avanade infrastructure solutions
• Collaborate with cross‑functional technology and design teams to integrate architecture, operations, and solution requirements into cohesive strategies
• Apply deep technical and consulting expertise to advise clients on governance models that ensure stability, security, and scalability
• Enable clients to evolve their infrastructure environments to support changing business needs and long‑term digital transformation
• Monitor, mentor, and lead teams to overcome challenges, drive coordination, and deliver high‑quality outcomes across multiple initiatives
Security AV
United States
This position is open to candidates located in the locations listed on the job requisition. Candidates are welcome to work remotely or out of one of our regional offices. Travel is required.
Avanade’s Security Practice supports clients in protecting, detecting, and responding to cyber threats using Microsoft’s security ecosystem. This role sits within Security Operations and focuses on delivering managed and co-managed security monitoring, detection engineering, incident response, and continuous improvement using Microsoft Sentinel as the primary SIEM and SOAR platform. The role operates in a client-facing, delivery-focused environment and collaborates closely with client security teams, Avanade delivery teams, and Microsoft partners.
Role Overview
The Security Operations Consultant is responsible for delivering security monitoring and incident response services using Microsoft Sentinel, helping clients detect, investigate, and respond to security threats in hybrid and cloud environments. This role contributes to the design, implementation, tuning, and ongoing operation of Sentinel-based security solutions and supports clients in improving their security posture and operational maturity.
The role operates in a matrixed delivery environment, working directly with clients, internal security architects, and Microsoft-aligned teams. As a client-facing role, this position is expected to demonstrate Avanade’s values, professional consulting behaviors, and a strong focus on quality and outcomes.
Sales AV
United States
US Technical Pre-Sales Lead - Apps & Infra Practice
*Accepting candidates based anywhere in the United States*
Avanade is seeking an Associate Director-level Technical Pre Sales Lead who plays a critical role in accelerating business growth across Apps and Infrastructure solutions within assigned industries. In this role, you will partner closely with Sales teams to identify high value opportunities, interpret client business cases, and lead deals from initial pursuit through successful closure. By combining deep technical and industry expertise with strong commercial acumen, you will shape compelling solutions that resonate with clients and increase win probability.
This role is accountable for deal quality, technical integrity, and commercial outcomes, while empowering US teams to evolve Avanade’s offerings through market insight and client feedback. Success requires close collaboration with Sales, Industry, Solution Architecture, and Delivery leaders to ensure every engagement delivers technical excellence and measurable business impact.
Come join us
There is one in every group - the person who dreams big and has the motivation to bring their ideas to life, even as others might roll their eyes and prefer to play it safe. Are you that person?
Are you the one who isn’t afraid to break the mold and who gets passionate about the power of digital to transform organizations and ways of working? Because we are building teams of people like that to help our clients unlock the power they need now and own what is next. Together we do what matters.
What you’ll do
Sales and Deal Leadership:
• Own the technical sales motion for assigned accounts or pursuits.
• Lead solution strategy for complex, multi service opportunities.
• Influence deal shape, scope, and commercial model to drive win probability.
• Act as a trusted advisor to client technical and business stakeholders.
Solutioning and Technical Credibility:
• Translate client challenges into scalable, secure, and value driven solutions.
• Engage Avanade solution architects to properly shape feasible technical solutions.
• Ensure proposed solutions align with Avanade offerings, architecture standards, and delivery models.
• Balance innovation with feasibility, cost, and risk.
• Review and validate estimates, assumptions, and delivery approach.
• Feed solutions into our direct go to market offerings.
Client and Stakeholder Engagement:
• Build strong relationships with client technology leaders and influencers.
• Partner with Account Executives and Industry leads to align sales strategy.
• Collaborate with Delivery and Practice teams to ensure smooth handoff post close.
• Represent Avanade with confidence in executive level discussions.
Pipeline and Revenue Contribution:
• Contribute to pipeline creation and progression through technical thought leadership.
• Support account planning with technical insights and growth opportunities.
• Maintain discipline around pursuit of governance, approvals, and documentation.
• Track and report on deal health, risks, and dependencies.