Security Solutions Architect

Security Solutions Architect

Houston / Dallas

Texas Branch - Security /

Permanent Employee /

Hybrid

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Long View. A career that helps you get more out of life.

A Long View career helps you get more out of life. We don't just say it, we prove it. Every day. We're proud of our reputation as one of North America's most dynamic IT providers - and we're even prouder of our culture that allows our people to live life to its fullest. At Long View, we create an environment of collaboration and support, of innovation and enthusiasm, of inclusion and belonging. As a member of the Long View team, you'll see how our company's core pillars - Integrity, Competence, Value, and Fun - resonate through the workplace. And in a recent survey, 89% of Long View team members rated Long View as a good or great place to work!

Are you passionate about security and have a passion for technology? Are you looking to work for a company that values FUN?

As a Solutions Architect - Security you will work with Client Success Managers to ensure the highest levels of client satisfaction. You will design, architect, implement and upgrade solutions, handle and resolve escalations. You will have deep consulting experience leading, designing, and delivering large‑scale security initiatives for complex enterprise environments. This role offers the opportunity to shape offerings, mentor junior team members, and contribute to national go-to-market strategies.

$134,400 - $176,400 a year

What Your Role at Long View Looks Like:

• Work closely with key stakeholders, including clients and technical specialists, to design and implement enterprise-wide security programs.
• Architect, deploy, and deliver Microsoft Security solutions across cloud and hybrid environments, including identity, endpoint, email, cloud workload, and data security.
• Support sales of Security Solutions with a focus on the Microsoft Technology Stack by qualifying strategic leads and partnering with the Account Management team.
• Partner with Account Managers to shape proposals, lead technical presentations, respond to RFPs, and influence pipeline opportunities through strategic security guidance.
• Lead engagements from discovery through delivery with clarity, alignment, and measurable outcomes.
• Drive end‑to‑end delivery, including requirements gathering, architecture documentation, solution design, deployment, validation, and operational handover.
• Advise on security strategy, roadmap development, and target‑state architectures aligned with business and regulatory requirements.
• Design and implement data protection architectures, including information protection, data loss prevention, and secure data handling practices.
• Apply and map security compliance requirements and frameworks into practical, deployable architectures.
• Research and communicate industry and market trends; participate in networking events and host internal knowledge-sharing sessions to help grow the security team.
• Other duties as assigned

What you bring to Long View:

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in IT security, spanning systems, networks, servers, and cloud
• A strong foundation in security architecture and practical implementation
• Proven hands‑on deployment experience with enterprise‑grade security solutions.
• Strong expertise with Microsoft Security products, Microsoft licensing models, and cloud security architectures.
• Solid understanding of:
• Data protection and information security concepts
• Security compliance and governance frameworks
• Vulnerability management, patching, and remediation processes
• Strong architectural knowledge of cloud and hybrid environments, with Azure expertise and AWS/GCP experience considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of scripting, coding, and automation for security deployment and integration.
• Excellence in:
• Requirements gathering and analysis
• Security architecture design
• Documentation and delivery frameworks
• Outstanding leadership, consulting, and client‑facing communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Deep understanding of Security frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53, NIST CSF, CIS)
• Amazing communication skills - with the ability to translate technical detail into real-world value for clients

Who you are:

• Interested in and knowledgeable about current news, system information, problems, changes and updates relevant to the IT user community and your area of expertise
• Passionate about creating a great client experience
• Committed to Long View's four core values: Integrity, Competence, Value and Fun
• Have a growth mindset
• Dedicated to ongoing professional development
• Willing to assist in other areas of the business
• Supportive and aware of following all LVS policies including our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), Security Compliance and Respectful Workplace Programs
• A willing contributor to various government audits and special programs that Long View participates in every year. Part of your duties will be to participate in these programs where needed as it relates to your technology area(s).

Want to learn more about our culture and life at Long View? Check us out on LinkedIn and Instagram!

Long View's mission of building the best and most sustainable team-driven organization requires dedicated and ambitious people. Through employee resource groups, impactful and effective conversations, townhalls and various company-wide training, including how to reduce unconscious bias, we are fostering an inclusive environment. We are committed to taking consistent, positive and lifelong action to be a diverse and equitable workplace because we know that the most effective companies are made up of people with varied identities, experiences and backgrounds.

Long View is an equal opportunity employer. If you have any accommodation requests for your interview or the role, please let your friendly Recruiter know

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