About this opportunity
Dexian lists this Azure Security Engineer #902567 opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Azure Security Engineer
Location: Downtown Chicago (3x/week onsite) – candidates must be local to apply.
Base pay range: $65.00/hr - $75.00/hr.
We are seeking a highly skilled Azure Security Engineer with expertise in security products, authentication, authorization, and identity and access management (IAM). As a key member of our security team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the secure and compliant implementation of Azure AD solutions, with a focus on IAM, MFA, and SSO, performing Tier 3 technical support.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and manage Azure Active Directory solutions to ensure secure and efficient authentication and authorization processes aligned with industry best practices.
Drive the onboarding of applications, app registration, enterprise application setup, and role-based access management (RBAC).
Lead the implementation of Multi‑Factor Authentication (MFA) and Single Sign‑On (SSO) for enhanced security.
Configure and troubleshoot authentication protocols, including OAuth, OpenID Connect, and SAML for secure authentication and authorization.
Configure and manage conditional access policies to control access based on specific conditions, locations, and device compliance.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support and troubleshoot IAM‑related issues, ensuring solutions are secure, compliant, and scalable.
Understand and implement security best practices for Azure products, services, and solutions.
Utilize Azure Sentinel for monitoring, creating alerts, and developing automation scripts for incident response.
Provide production support, responding to and resolving security incidents in a timely manner.
Establish and maintain identity governance frameworks, including privileged identity management (PIM) for elevated access.
Stay informed of Azure updates, security threats, and industry best practices to enhance our security posture.
Collaborate with DevOps and development teams, demonstrating a basic understanding of tools and requirements.
Qualifications
Proven experience in implementing security solutions on Azure, with a focus on IAM, MFA, and SSO.
In‑depth knowledge of Azure AD, Azure AD B2C, related authentication/authorization components and security protocols including SAML, OAuth, and OpenID.
Strong scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Azure CLI).
Excellent understanding of cloud security principles.
Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate certification is a plus.
Experience with Azure Sentinel for monitoring, alerting, and automation.
Strong troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving IAM‑related issues.
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.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Dexian by 2x.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.