Security Solution Architecture

Microsoft Corporation • Multiple Locations, United Kingdom • Posted July 01, 2026

About the Role

**Overview**

Enterprise Identity Architect (Defence Sector)Location: UKClearance: Candidates who do not currently hold transferable UK DV clearance need not apply. Candidates must be willing to undergo additional customer specific vetting and adhere to personnel security obligations.Employment Type: Permanent / Long‑term Contract
Travel: As required to UK sites in the South and West - averaging 3 days per week onsite

**Role Purpose**

We are seeking an Enterprise Identity Architect with proven deep, hands-on expertise in Identity & Access Management (IAM) across on-premises and cloud environments and, demonstrable experience shaping identity strategy for complex, multi-tenant, and multi-forest estates in regulated settings.This role is not a hands-on engineering-only role, a general architecture role, or an entry route into defence identity. We welcome candidates who meet the essential requirements and can evidence equivalent experience from regulated, nati...