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Job Title: Azure Security Engineer
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Summary
We are looking for a skilled Azure Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage security controls across Microsoft Azure environments. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in Azuresecurity services, cloud governance, threat protection, and incident response, ensuring secure and compliant cloud infrastructure for enterprise workloads.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and manage security solutions within Microsoft Azure environments.
- Configure and monitor Azure security services including Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Sentinel (SIEM), Azure Policy, and Azure Monitor.
- Implement identity and access management using Azure AD (Entra ID), RBAC, Conditional Access, and MFA.
- Secure Azure networking components such as NSGs, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway, and WAF
- Perform security assessments, vulnerability management, and risk analysis for Azure workloads. Monitor, investigate, and respond to cloud security incidents and alerts.
- Ensure compliance with security standards and frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks, and organizational policies.
- Collaborate with cloud architects, DevOps, and SOC teams to embed security best practices.
- Develop and maintain security documentation, playbooks, and standard operating procedures.
- Stay updated with emerging Azure security features, threats, and best practices.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Strong hands-on experience securing Microsoft Azure environments. Experience with Azure Sentinel (SIEM), Defender for Cloud, and log analytics.
- Solid understanding of Azure AD (Entra ID), identity governance, RBAC, and Conditional Access.
- Knowledge of Azure networking and security controls (NSGs, Firewall, WAF).
- Experience with vulnerability management and security posture management. Understanding of cloud security concepts, zero trust architecture, and shared responsibility model.
- Good knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Azure security certifications such as:
- AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies
- Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst (SC-200)
- Experience with scripting or automation (PowerShell, Azure CLI).
- Exposure to DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline security.
Experience
4–6 years of experience in cloud security, Azure security, or cybersecurity roles