National Consulting - Microsoft Enterprise Platform - Senior Manager (Architect & Solution Lead Role

About the role

The opportunity is to join EY in building, scaling, and delivering a next-generation Microsoft Enterprise Platform capability within our National Consulting Cybersecurity practice. This capability is part of EY’s strategic Microsoft partnership and broader value creation initiative.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery or solutioning of Microsoft Enterprise Platform engagements across AI, Security, and Cloud
• Design and implement enterprise-scale Microsoft solutions aligned to business outcomes
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across security, identity, data, and cloud architecture
• Collaborate across sales, architecture, and delivery teams to drive successful client outcomes
• Support the growth and scaling of EY’s Microsoft Enterprise Platform capability
• Lead complex transformation programs and enterprise-scale delivery engagements
• Build and scale solution offerings across AI, Security, and Cloud domains
• Drive delivery excellence, governance frameworks, and quality standards
• Lead implementations across Microsoft technologies, including: Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Microsoft Defender Suite (Endpoint, Identity, Cloud Apps, Office 365), Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR), Microsoft Purview (Data Security & Compliance), Azure Security capabilities (Defender for Cloud, Key Vault, Policy)
• Build, mentor, and lead high-performing consulting teams
• Lead solution architecture and deal shaping for large-scale Microsoft platform opportunities, including enterprise transformation programs across finance, supply chain, and operational domains
• Design end-to-end enterprise platform solutions across: Azure (cloud infrastructure and platform services), Microsoft 365, including Copilot and collaboration platforms, Microsoft Security stack (Entra ID, Defender, Sentinel, Purview), Data and AI platforms
• Translate business and regulatory requirements into scalable, secure architectures
• Support proposals, RFP responses, and executive-level client presentations
• Partner with Solution Offering Leads to ensure alignment from sales through delivery

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, cloud, AI, or enterprise technology
• Experience working within the Microsoft ecosystem, including Azure, Microsoft 365, Security, AI, or Dynamics
• Demonstrated ability to operate across both: Sales (pre-sales, proposals, solutioning) and Delivery (execution, program leadership)
• Strong client-facing consulting experience managing senior stakeholders
• Willingness to travel approximately 40–50%, depending on client and engagement needs

Qualifications

• Microsoft certifications (Azure, Security, AI, or Copilot-related certifications)
• Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CCSP
• Experience building or scaling practices, offerings, or teams
• Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST, ISO, MITRE, or Zero Trust architectures
• Experience supporting AI, data modernization, or cloud transformation initiatives

Skills

• Strong technical expertise in Microsoft technologies
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Strong client relationship management skills

Benefits

At EY, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:

• Medical and dental coverage
• Pension and 401(k) plans
• A wide range of paid time off options

Pay

The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $170,600 to $390,000. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $204,800 to $443,200. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography.

Schedule

Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.

Application Instructions

EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. For those living in California, please click here for additional information.

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