Software Development Engineer 3

Blueprint Technologies; United States; Remote; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions firm is looking for a Cloud Security Specialist to enhance security for Azure services. This role involves conducting risk assessments, documenting remediation efforts, and collaborating with various teams for secure development. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Azure security, strong analytical skills, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure.
• 3 years of experience in security assessments.
• Analytical skills using Azure Data Explorer.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive security assessments for cloud services in Azure.
• Document risks and collaborate with engineering teams.
• Analyze compliance data to track impact and influence priorities.

Skills

Cloud Security Architecture

Risk Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

Azure Data Explorer (Kusto)

Automation Tools

Education

CISSP Certification or equivalent

Tools

PowerShell

Azure Logic Apps

Job description

Who is Blueprint?

We are a technology solutions firm headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with a strong presence across the United States. Unified by a shared passion for solving complicated problems, our people are our greatest asset. We use technology as a tool to bridge the gap between strategy and execution, powered by the knowledge, skills, and the expertise of our teams, who all have unique perspectives and years of experience across multiple industries. We’re bold, smart, agile, and fun.

What does Blueprint do? Blueprint helps organizations unlock value from existing assets by leveraging cutting-edge technology to create additional revenue streams and new lines of business. We connect strategy, business solutions, products, and services to transform and grow companies.

Why Blueprint?

At Blueprint, we believe in the power of possibility and are passionate about bringing it to life. Whether you join our bustling product division, our multifaceted services team or you want to grow your career in human resources, your ability to make an impact is amplified when you join one of our teams. You’ll focus on solving unique business problems while gaining hands-on experience with the world’s best technology. We believe in unique perspectives and build teams of people with diverse skillsets and backgrounds. At Blueprint, you’ll have the opportunity to work with multiple clients and teams, such as data science and product development, all while learning, growing, and developing new solutions. We guarantee you won’t find a better place to work and thrive than at Blueprint.

In this role, you will be instrumental in enhancing the security posture and compliance readiness of cloud-based services built on Azure and Power Platform. You will perform in-depth security assessments, document and drive risk remediation efforts, and collaborate across engineering teams to ensure consistent and resilient security practices. This position offers high visibility, interaction with multiple stakeholders, and a unique opportunity to influence secure development across a wide service landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive security and risk assessments for cloud-based services hosted in Azure and Power Platform.

• Document identified risks in a centralized risk register, ensuring clear linkage to mitigation plans and actions.

• Work closely with engineering teams to support and monitor remediation efforts, offering technical guidance and maintaining momentum toward resolution.

• Facilitate office hours and direct support sessions to provide hands-on help with secure engineering practices.

• Develop reusable remediation guidance and standardize resolution approaches for recurring issues.

• Analyze security and compliance telemetry using Azure Data Explorer (Kusto) to identify patterns, track impact, and influence mitigation priorities.

• Leverage automation tools to streamline risk tracking, compliance validation, and remediation workflows.

• Contribute to security and compliance initiatives and campaigns that align with broader organizational goals.

• Track and manage work in Azure DevOps, ensuring tasks are clearly documented and progress is consistently communicated.

Required Qualifications

• Certification: CISSP or equivalent (e.g., SANS GIAC certifications).

• Cloud Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including a strong grasp of its security architecture and services.

• Security Assessment: Minimum 3 years of experience in security assessments, threat modeling, and risk analysis.

• Risk Management: At least 1 year of experience with risk frameworks such as NIST CSF v2 or similar.

• Analytical Skills: Experience using Azure Data Explorer (Kusto) to analyze security and compliance data.

• Technical Tools: Familiarity with automation tools such as PowerShell, Azure Logic Apps, or CI/CD pipelines to support compliance workflows.

• Communication: Strong stakeholder engagement and documentation skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into clear action plans.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting secure code reviews and using static/dynamic analysis tools.

• Hands-on experience with Power Platform security, including Canvas Apps and Dataverse.

• Familiarity with compliance automation tools such as Azure Policy, Microsoft Purview, or equivalent platforms.

Salary Range

Pay ranges vary based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, skill sets, education, responsibilities, experience, and geographical market. The pay range for this position reflects geographic-based ranges for Washington state: $105,000 to $115,000 USD annually, with a midpoint of $110,000. The final salary and job title for this opening will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and may fall outside this range.

Location: Remote, ideally in the Greater Seattle, WA area