Cloud SecOps Lead

Atos SE; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital transformation company is seeking a Cloud SecOps Lead to oversee cloud security operations. You will guide a team in managing incidents, improving security posture, and ensuring compliance with best practices. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Azure Sentinel and Defender for Cloud, along with proficiency in KQL and LogicMonitor. This role is based in the UK and requires UK Citizenship or ILR.

Benefits

25 days of Annual leave plus purchase options

Flex benefits system

Pension matching contribution up to 10%

Private Medical Scheme

Life Assurance

Opportunities to learn in Atos Training platforms

Qualifications

• Experience with Azure Sentinel is required.
• Hands-on experience with LogicMonitor integrations is a must.
• Proficiency in KQL for log analysis is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations of security incidents.
• Drive improvements in cloud security posture.
• Oversee vulnerability management processes.

Skills

Experience with Azure Sentinel

Debug Azure LogicApps supporting SIEM and SOAR

Proficient in KQL for log analysis

Expertise in Defender for Cloud

Hands-on experience with LogicMonitor and ServiceNow integrations

Tools

Microsoft Defender for Cloud

Azure Policies

ServiceNow

Job description

Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 70,000 employees and annual revenue of c. € 10 billion, operating in 67 countries under two brands—Atos for services and Eviden for products. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high-performance computing, Atos Group is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries. Atos is a SE (Societas Europaea) and listed on Euronext Paris.

The purpose of Atos is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.

Cloud SecOps Lead – Job Description

We are looking for a Cloud SecOps Lead to guide and support a team of engineers in managing cloud security operations across partner environments. This role involves close collaboration with SOC teams, project stakeholders, and architecture groups to ensure a strong security posture and operational excellence.

This is a full-time position based in the UK and is open only to UK Citizens or individuals with Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) who have resided continuously in the UK for the past five years, due to Security Clearance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead investigations of security incidents raised by SIEM and CNAPP tooling.
• Drive improvements in cloud security posture using Microsoft Defender for Cloud.
• Guide project teams on remediation steps and ensure alignment with security best practices.
• Support WebOps activities including deployment and configuration of SIEM and CNAPP tools.
• Oversee vulnerability management processes and ensure timely remediation.
• Manage and maintain LogicMonitor for cloud platform monitoring.
• Create and update logicmodules.
• Configure alert rules and escalation chains.
• Manage ServiceNow integration for incident handling.
• Build and maintain dashboards.
• Optimize alerting to prevent alert storms and missed alerts.
• Provide support for ITHC coordination, access provisioning, and post-engagement resolution.
• Act as a liaison between project teams, security stakeholders, and cloud architecture groups.

Must-Have Skills

• Experience with Azure Sentinel.
• Deploy and manage connectivity to AWS and GitHub.
• Debug Azure LogicApps supporting SIEM and SOAR.
• Proficient in KQL for log analysis.
• Expertise in Defender for Cloud.
• Deploy and manage Workbooks.
• Configure Azure Policies for security posture.
• Implement regulatory compliance templates.
• Hands‑on experience with LogicMonitor and ServiceNow integrations.
• Proven ability to lead incident response and vulnerability remediation efforts.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Familiarity with multi‑cloud environments (AWS, GCP).
• Experience in coordinating ITHC assessments and managing audit findings.
• Knowledge of cloud architecture patterns and security frameworks.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

We Care About Our Employees' Happiness By providing:

• 25 days of Annual leave + an option to purchase more through our Flexible Benefits.
• Flex benefits system – exciting opportunity to choose your own benefits.
• Pension – matching contribution up to 10%.
• Private Medical Scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Opportunities to learn in Atos Training platforms.

As a Disability Confident employer, we encourage applications from all applicants, especially differently abled applicants. We aim to ensure that those who meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. We are committed and willing to make reasonable adjustments to the application and assessment process to accommodate your needs. We are a care leaver friendly employer.

Here at Atos, diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. Read more about our commitment to a fair work environment for all.

Atos is a recognized leader in its industry across Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria. Find out more on our CSR commitment.