Accountabilities:

• Collaborate with cloud architects, DevOps, application development, and operations teams to identify security risks and deliver effective solutions for Azure security initiatives.
• Define, document, implement, and continuously improve security controls across Azure cloud services, workloads, and environments.
• Establish and maintain cloud security monitoring and governance using Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Monitor, and Microsoft Sentinel.
• Design and implement Azure Policy definitions, initiatives, and governance frameworks aligned with the Azure Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF).
• Develop and maintain security governance practices across Azure environments, including policy compliance, configuration standards, and risk controls.
• Design and strengthen Azure identity and access management using Microsoft Entra ID, workload identities, service principals, and related security controls.
• Implement and maintain Azure network security controls, including Network Security Groups, Application Security Groups, Azure Firewall, Azure Front Door, and virtual network security.
• Support secure implementation of Azure Landing Zones and broader cloud adoption initiatives.
• Develop automation and process improvements that increase the efficiency, consistency, and effectiveness of cloud security operations.
• Implement security validation within Infrastructure as Code workflows using technologies such as Bicep, ARM Templates, or Terraform.
• Support security information and event management and automated response capabilities using Microsoft Sentinel and related Azure services.
• Contribute to hybrid and multi-cloud security governance using Azure Arc and related technologies.
• Develop and deliver security awareness and training programs to help engineering and operational teams adopt Azure security best practices.
• Evaluate evolving Azure security capabilities and recommend improvements to architecture, governance, monitoring, compliance, and risk management.
• Communicate security risks, recommendations, and technical requirements effectively to stakeholders with varying levels of technical expertise.

Requirements:

• 6+ years of professional experience across information security domains such as threat modeling, secure coding, DevOps security, network security, or related areas.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with cloud security, with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure.
• Strong knowledge of Azure security services and technologies, including Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Policy, Azure Bastion, Azure Key Vault, CrowdStrike, and Wiz.
• Strong understanding of Azure network security, including NSGs, ASGs, Azure Firewall, virtual network security, and related controls.
• Hands-on experience with Azure identity and access management, including workload identities and service principals.
• Expertise with Azure Cloud Adoption Framework and Azure Landing Zones is strongly preferred.
• Experience implementing governance through Azure Policy, Azure Blueprints, and policy-as-code approaches.
• Practical experience with Microsoft Sentinel for SIEM, SOAR, security monitoring, and incident response workflows.
• Familiarity with Azure-native tools and services such as Azure DevOps, Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Azure Arc.
• Experience securing Infrastructure as Code implementations using Bicep, ARM Templates, Terraform, or comparable technologies.
• Understanding of Azure compliance capabilities and regulatory frameworks, including Azure Compliance Manager and policy compliance assessments.
• Experience with hybrid cloud or multi-cloud security environments and governance across on-premises and cloud infrastructure.
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or comparable cloud security certifications are advantageous.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders and influence security practices across teams.
• Demonstrated experience supporting large-scale Azure programs, preferably within complex or globally distributed organizations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk-management skills, with the ability to balance security requirements against business and operational needs.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively across distributed teams.

Benefits:

• 100% remote work from anywhere in India.
• Opportunity to work on large-scale Azure security initiatives within a sophisticated cloud environment.
• Exposure to modern cloud security technologies, governance frameworks, SIEM/SOAR, identity management, network security, and Infrastructure as Code.
• Opportunities to contribute to cloud security architecture, standards, automation, and governance at scale.
• Professional development opportunities through exposure to advanced Azure technologies and security practices.
• Opportunities to pursue relevant professional certifications and expand cloud security expertise.
• Collaborative environment with cloud engineering, DevOps, application development, and operations teams.
• Inclusive and people-focused culture that values diverse perspectives and encourages employees to contribute ideas and drive improvements.
• Opportunities for career growth, leadership, and increased ownership within a high-performance technology environment.
• Benefits programs designed to support employees and their families, subject to applicable India policies and eligibility.