Azure Security & Cloud Operations Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton in Fort Meade, MD is seeking an Azure Security Engineer to manage, secure, and optimize cloud environments, including AWS and Army-integrated systems, with a focus on rapid problem resolution and continuous improvement.

As a Cloud Operations Engineer, you will mentor teammates, work with REST APIs, and apply advanced data security expertise to design pipelines and connectors. Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience configuring high-throughput streaming data pipelines with Microsoft Sentinel, Log Analytics, and Azure Monitor.
• 3+ years of experience developing analytic rules and workbooks with KQL, automation rules, and configuring data connectors such as Data Collection Endpoints and Rules.
• 3+ years of experience designing data pipeline architectures for security operations, including log collection, normalization, enrichment, and routing.
• Experience with Microsoft-native log sources, including Defender XDR, Intune, and Entra ID.
• Ability to work with REST APIs and develop custom data connectors.
• HS diploma or GED

Skills

Azure Monitor

Microsoft Sentinel

Log Analytics

KQL

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

REST APIs

Data Connectors

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton in Fort Meade, MD is seeking an Azure Security Engineer to manage, secure, and optimize cloud environments, including AWS and Army-integrated systems, with a focus on rapid problem resolution and continuous improvement.

As a Cloud Operations Engineer, you will mentor teammates, work with REST APIs, and apply advanced data security expertise to design pipelines and connectors. Secret clearance is required.