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Dexian lists this Azure Cloud Security Engineer opportunity in columbia, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Position Title: Azure Cloud Security Engineer
Location: Remote/ Hybrid
Experience: 5+ years in Information Technology Engineering; recent focus on Azure security (last 2-3 years).
The role focuses on engineering security solutions in Azure. Initial project scope includes re-tooling rule-based access control across the Azure environment.
Responsibilities
Design and implement Azure security solutions and configurations.
Maintain a system-level view of the overall security environment and identify configuration drifts in software, hardware, and system design.
Develop and maintain Sentinel playbooks and procedures for incident response.
Automate tasks with scripting (PowerShell, Python) and other automation tools.
Hands-on Azure administration and security feature implementation.
Leverage threat protection tools, including Microsoft Defender for Cloud, to monitor and protect Azure resources.
Qualifications
In-depth knowledge of Azure security best practices.
Experience with security monitoring tools and incident response.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
Certifications preferred (e.g., SSCP, CISSP, Azure Security).
Familiarity with AWS is a plus.
Minimum 5 years of experience in Information Technology Engineering.
Experience and Education
Proven experience as an Azure Administrator or Engineer with a focus on security.
Strong understanding of Azure security features and best practices.
Experience with security monitoring and incident response.
Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
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Worksite address
columbia, MD, 21046, US
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