Microsoft Pre-Sales Solution Architect

Responsibilities:

Sentinel is seeking a highly skilled Microsoft Presales Architect to join our team and drive technical solutioning for Microsoft-based enterprise environments. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Microsoft Cloud, Modern Workplace, Azure, and related technologies, helping customers design, scope, and adopt Microsoft solutions effectively. This role requires a blend of technical proficiency, business acumen, and strong communication skills to support the sales team in delivering compelling solutions. This position can be remote providing occasional support onsite in Grand Rapids, MI.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), including compute, networking, security, and identity management.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Intune, Defender, Entra ID).
• Knowledge of Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) is a plus.
• Experience with hybrid cloud architectures, Zero Trust security models, and compliance frameworks.
• Familiarity with Microsoft licensing models and cost optimization strategies.
• Strong presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate technical solutions into business value propositions for non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• The candidate must have a car, as this position requires travel between location and the transportation of equipment
• A valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance will be required
• Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
• Must demonstrate a “can-do” attitude

We focus on candidates that display our “ACE” factor – Attitude, Compassion, and Enthusiasm to deliver quality solutions with exceptional customer service.

What you get:

We offer an energetic work environment with many corporate culture amenities, competitive salary, and rich benefit plan including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, 529, Life Insurance, Income Protection Short and Long-Term Disability, Medical and Child/Elder Care, Flexible Spending Account Plans, Family Planning Benefits, Financial Education, Identity Theft Protection and Assistance, Legal Services, Employee Assistance Program, Two weeks’ vacation, additional paid time-off for Personal and Sick, certification and hands-on training, and employee discount for product services and entertainment.

MOTIVATED…..make IT happen!

Sentinel Technologies, Inc. has been rated a top workplace every year since 2012!

About Us:      

Sentinel delivers solutions that can efficiently address a range of IT needs – from security, to communications, to systems & networks, to software applications, to cloud and managed services; all of which include our staffing solutions for our clients. Since 1982, Sentinel has grown from providing technology maintenance services to our current standing as one of the leading IT services and solutions provider in the US. We have aligned with many of today’s global technology leaders including Cisco, Dell, VMware and Microsoft. Sentinel services customers both nationally and internationally with primary support operating centers in Downers Grove (HQ), Chicago, and Springfield, IL; Phoenix, AZ.; Lansing, and Grand Rapids, MI; Milwaukee, WI; and Denver, CO.

If you are MOTIVATED… you can make IT happen at Sentinel. Our commitment to our employees is to create a work environment that encourages creativity, an entrepreneurial spirit, fosters growth through certification and hands-on training, and values a team-oriented culture with rewards based on impact!

If you share our passion about what technology can do and want to be part of a top workplace environment – we’d like to have you join our team.  Learn more at www.sentinel.com/careers.

As part of Sentinel's employment process, candidates will be required to complete a background check. Only those who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Sentinel is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

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