Azure Cloud Security Lead - HIPAA & Compliance

Ardent; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health is seeking a Cloud Security Manager to lead a team of security professionals and manage Azure-based security operations. The role focuses on designing, maintaining, and improving cloud security posture while aligning with healthcare regulations.

You will collaborate with the Microsoft cloud infrastructure team, architectural and network groups, and vendors to enforce security best practices, develop playbooks, and drive incident response and disaster recovery planning.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in computer science, information technology or specialized information security training.
• Security certifications such as AZ-500, CCSP, CISSP, or HCISPP.
• 6+ years of progressive information security experience.
• Previous team lead or management experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud services.
• ITIL experience—managing incidents, requests, and changes.
• Ability to lead and mentor security teams.
• Knowledge of federal/state laws and industry frameworks (HIPAA, NIST).

Responsibilities

• Define cloud processes, procedures, and playbooks.
• Define and enforce security requirements in building and managing Microsoft Azure cloud environment including Identity protection, Data security (classification and DLP).
• Manage security team members and coordinate activities for security compliance in our cloud footprint.
• Collaborate with Engineering teams to advance security posture.
• Participate in tabletop exercises and training.
• Recommend solutions that meet security standards while ensuring business continuity.
• Mentor security engineers/analysts in their growth.
• Assist in disaster recovery and contingency planning.

Skills

Team leadership

Security governance

Incident management

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

BS/BA in computer science or IT

Tools

Microsoft Azure

ITIL

Job description

Ardent Health is seeking a Cloud Security Manager to lead a team of security professionals and manage Azure-based security operations. The role focuses on designing, maintaining, and improving cloud security posture while aligning with healthcare regulations.

You will collaborate with the Microsoft cloud infrastructure team, architectural and network groups, and vendors to enforce security best practices, develop playbooks, and drive incident response and disaster recovery planning.