Security Strategy Lead & Manager — Azure, Compliance

Smith Arnold Partners; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Job summary

A financial services company in Connecticut is seeking a Principal Lead IT Security Analyst to drive security initiatives and manage cloud and infrastructure security. In this mid-senior level role, you will lead security efforts, conduct audits, and enhance security strategies. The position offers a salary range of $130,000 to $160,000 plus bonuses. A strong analytical background and solid communication skills are essential for this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a broad security role supporting cloud and infrastructure.
• Ability to guide third-party partners in executing security initiatives.
• Comfortable in both strategic and hands-on roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the MSP on all security-related work.
• Strengthen Azure cloud and Microsoft infrastructure security measures.
• Manage vulnerability assessments and incident response.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Azure

NIST

CIS frameworks

Security monitoring/logging platforms

Job description

A financial services company in Connecticut is seeking a Principal Lead IT Security Analyst to drive security initiatives and manage cloud and infrastructure security. In this mid-senior level role, you will lead security efforts, conduct audits, and enhance security strategies. The position offers a salary range of $130,000 to $160,000 plus bonuses. A strong analytical background and solid communication skills are essential for this dynamic role.