Microsoft Azure Technology Evangelist Director at BDO International

Job Summary: The Microsoft Technology Evangelist role is a cross-functional role that combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of market demand and customer needs. This role is pivotal in creating and developing solutions aligned with Microsoft solution plays. The Evangelist will collaborate across various groups within BDO to develop core solution offerings and support marketing, sales, and partner teams in bringing these solutions to market. Additionally, the role involves working closely with Microsoft to understand their needs and requirements, ensuring that BDO's offerings are aligned with the latest advancements and customer expectations. Job Duties:Demonstrates and maintains an understanding of the Microsoft technology roadmapsAttends regular webinars, partner sessions, ongoing education, and read industry thought leadership material such as Gartner, Forrester to ensure continuous Microsoft solution alignmentWorks with BDO practice leaders to understand BDO Digital’s capabilities and core service offeringsMaps Microsoft solution plays to BDO Digital’s cross functional capabilities and service offeringsCreates BDO Digital Microsoft solution offers that leverage programs and funding mechanismsDevelops a customer value proposition for each service offerUnderstands market and customer demand to inform offer developmentMaintains alignment with Microsoft solution teams to understand technology advancements, roadmaps and changesCollaborates with internal Microsoft partner team for aligned partner strategyCollaborates between BDO cross-functional teams to support creation of service offers and bringing to marketCreates and publishes Microsoft Azure marketplace offersWorks to enable BDO practice and sales teams with the sales approach and selling position to support pipeline creationSupervisory Responsibilities:N/AQualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Education:High School Diploma or equivalent, requiredBachelor’s degree, preferredExperience:Ten (10) or more years of experience creating IT service offerings for clients within Microsoft solutions, requiredThree (3) or more years of experience working with various products within the Microsoft Security or Microsoft Azure ecosystem, requiredDemonstrated history of working directly with Microsoft and/or Microsoft Product Offerings, requiredThree (3) or more years working in consulting services environment, preferredExperience with Microsoft funding programs, preferredSoftware:Experience with one or more of the following, required:Microsoft Azure and Azure ProductsMicrosoft Security Protocols and Service OfferingsOther Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:Excellent understanding of Microsoft products and servicesStrong communication skillsAbility to collaborate and build relationships at all levels of an organizationHigh degree of initiative, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to adapt BDO messaging to Microsoft professionals while driving the BDO value propositionUnderstands aligned goals & metrics and strives to achieve themAbility to thoughtfully and positively manage changeStrong business acumen with an ability to understand and communicate BDO's business, marketplace, and value proposition Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skillsAbility to travel to participate in events or sales calls or attend regional or national meetings, as necessaryKeywords:  Microsoft Technology Evangelist, Solution Specialist, Microsoft, Software, Service Delivery, Information Technology, Business Intelligence, Data Analytics, .Net, Agile, Infrastructure, Cloud, Security, M365, Azure, AI Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography. National Range:  $175,000 - $215,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range:  $175,000 - $215,000 Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team.  BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions. We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clientsEmpowering team members to explore their full potentialOur talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunitiesCelebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirsFocus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communitiesBDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.”  Click here to find out more!*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vetsClick here to find out more!Full timePosting Date: 2024-08-30