System Architect - Secure AI Productivity & Modern Endpoints with Microsoft 365

We are looking for a System Architect – Secure AI Productivity & Modern Endpoints with Microsoft 365 to join our team. This role sits at the intersection of enterprise productivity, security, and emerging AI capabilities, offering the chance to shape how organizations adopt intelligent workplace technology. You'll work closely with customers and internal teams alike to bring forward-thinking solutions to life. If you're passionate about driving secure, AI-enabled transformation within modern IT environments, this position offers a meaningful platform to make an impact Responsibilities Support pre-sales activities for projects centered on secure, AI-powered workplace solutions involving Microsoft 365, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Agent365, Entra ID, Purview, Intune, Windows 365, and Azure Virtual Desktop Analyze customer business requirements, map them to relevant Microsoft Modern Work, Security, and AI capabilities, and develop conceptual architectures aligned with Microsoft best practices Contribute to RFI/RFP responses by designing value-driven solutions and defining implementation approaches, effort estimates, technical assumptions, and architecture justification Design Microsoft 365, Copilot, and Modern Endpoint solutions that enhance collaboration, productivity, security, and user experience, while leading engineering teams through implementation for customers Lead technical design sessions and guide implementation teams to ensure solution feasibility, scalability, security, compliance, and alignment with Microsoft cloud architecture standards Assess Microsoft 365 Copilot and agentic AI readiness, and design unified governance and security models for enterprise agents using Microsoft Agent 365 Build proofs of concept or MVPs to validate proposed architectures and demonstrate tangible business value Ensure successful delivery through architecture oversight, governance, and alignment with enterprise IT, security, and compliance standards, partnering with business and engineering stakeholders to support adoption of Microsoft AI Business Solutions Co-lead the Modern Work / AI-powered Workplace stream and contribute to Security and AI expert communities within the Microsoft Competency Center Share architectural insights, reusable assets, reference implementations, and best practices across Microsoft 365, Agentic AI governance, and Modern Endpoint technologies Mentor engineers and consultants to strengthen organizational capability in designing and implementing Microsoft AI Business Solutions Develop solution offerings, assessments, blueprints, and delivery accelerators focused on Microsoft 365, Copilot, Secure AI Productivity, and Modern Endpoint technologies Contribute to Microsoft Practice Enablement initiatives to grow Secure AI Productivity competencies across the organization Collaborate with Microsoft field teams and internal stakeholders to align offerings and capabilities with Microsoft's evolving product roadmap, go-to-market priorities, and co-sell opportunities Requirements A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in Microsoft 365 Engineering At least 3 years in Senior, Lead, Manager, or Owner-level roles A proven track record managing engagements for teams of 20 or more full-time employees Advanced-level skills in Microsoft 365 architecture, with strong expertise in at least two of the following: Exchange Online, SharePoint Online/OneDrive, or Microsoft Teams Advanced skills in Entra ID, including hybrid identity, Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management, Identity Governance, and related premium capabilities Strong architectural knowledge of Microsoft 365 Copilot, including readiness assessment, the Microsoft 365 data and permissions model, security, compliance, and deployment considerations Strong understanding of Microsoft Purview capabilities relevant to securing Microsoft 365 and Copilot Strong architectural knowledge of Copilot extensibility, agents, and Microsoft Agent 365 governance Fluent English communication skills at a B2 level or higher Nice to have Advanced-level skills in at least one of the following: Microsoft Intune, Windows 365, or Azure Virtual Desktop, including modern endpoint management and security concepts Intermediate-level knowledge of Microsoft Defender and broader Microsoft Security capabilities Intermediate-level skills with Azure infrastructure, integration, and DevOps practices Understanding of AI agent architecture and integration concepts, including REST, MCP, and agent-to-agent patterns Practitioner-level knowledge of Adoption and Change Management methodologies, such as PROSCI ADKAR Relevant certification, which would be considered a valuable addition to your qualifications We offer International projects with top brands Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers Healthcare benefits Employee financial programs Paid time off and sick leave Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses Global career opportunities Volunteer and community involvement opportunities EPAM Employee Groups Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn EPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.