Cloud Security Architect — Azure & AI-Driven Operations

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Hudson (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA is seeking a Security Architect – Cloud & Enterprise Security to join our technology team in Wisconsin. The role is a hands‑on technical leadership position focused on strengthening security operations, cloud security, incident response, and automation.

You will design scalable security solutions and provide guidance to security operations analysts and technology teams. You will work extensively with Microsoft security tools (Sentinel, Defender XDR, Defender for Cloud), lead complex

Qualifications

• 7 years of general IT experience required, 4 of which are in security of IT systems, and 2 with security design/strategy.
• Bachelor's degree required. Travel less than 10%.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, maintain, and improve security operations capabilities using Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, Defender for Cloud, and related technologies.
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Skills

Microsoft Sentinel

Microsoft Defender XDR

Microsoft Defender for Cloud

PowerShell

Microsoft Graph

REST APIs

Azure

AI security tools

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PowerShell

Microsoft Graph

REST APIs

Azure services

Job description

CLA is seeking a Security Architect – Cloud & Enterprise Security to join our technology team in Wisconsin. The role is a hands‑on technical leadership position focused on strengthening security operations, cloud security, incident response, and automation.

You will design scalable security solutions and provide guidance to security operations analysts and technology teams. You will work extensively with Microsoft security tools (Sentinel, Defender XDR, Defender for Cloud), lead complex