Remote Cloud Security Admin – Azure & CSIRT

Ballard Spahr LLP; New York (NY); Remote; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Health savings accounts

Flexible spending accounts

Short and long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ballard Spahr LLP is seeking a Cloud Security Administrator for its Information Technology - Security team. This remote role collaborates with Security, DevOps, Networking, and MSP partners to secure the firm’s cloud presence, conduct audits, participate in incident response, and assist with client security questionnaires.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of cloud security experience, CISSP is helpful, and strong knowledge of Microsoft cloud technologies (Azure, O365).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, IT, or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant cloud security experience; CISSP helpful.
• Proficiency with Microsoft cloud technologies (Azure, O365) and strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper use of security solutions including Cloud CSPM and SIEM.
• Help teams securely deploy resources in our cloud environment.
• Administer cloud-based privilege access and conduct regular reviews.
• Implement and monitor cloud security baselines and controls.
• Monitor cloud resources for posture and vulnerabilities.
• Participate in CSIRT incident response and audits.

Skills

Growth mindset

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information technology, or related field

Tools

Azure

O365

SIEM

Job description

Ballard Spahr LLP is seeking a Cloud Security Administrator for its Information Technology - Security team. This remote role collaborates with Security, DevOps, Networking, and MSP partners to secure the firm’s cloud presence, conduct audits, participate in incident response, and assist with client security questionnaires.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of cloud security experience, CISSP is helpful, and strong knowledge of Microsoft cloud technologies (Azure, O365).