Azure Secrurity Architect

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
75% Travel

Skills

Cloud Security
Microsoft Azure
Azure Networking Security
Cloud Security Architecture

Job Details

 

Job Title: Azure Security Architect
Location: Denver, CO (Hybrid/Onsite Preferred)

Independent candidates only

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Azure Security Architect with a deep understanding of application security and cloud security best practices to lead the secure design and architecture of enterprise applications hosted on Azure.

Responsibilities

  • Architect Secure Azure Solutions: Design secure architectures for cloud-native applications, APIs, web, and mobile apps hosted in Azure.

  • Azure Security SME: Serve as the subject matter expert for Azure security across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS environments.

  • Azure Networking Security: Implement and manage NSGs, ASGs, Azure Firewall, WAF (Azure Front Door/Application Gateway), Private Link, VPNs, and ExpressRoute.

  • Identity & Access Management: Configure and enforce AAD, MFA, Conditional Access, PIM, and Hybrid Identity integrations.

  • Data Protection: Implement encryption and key management using Azure Key Vault, Azure Disk Encryption, SQL DB Security, and storage encryption.

  • Security Services: Utilize Azure Defender for Cloud, Azure Sentinel, Azure Policy, Monitor, and DDoS Protection to ensure secure operations.

  • Application Security: Conduct threat modeling, SAST/DAST scans, code reviews, and vulnerability assessments.

  • Secure SDLC: Integrate security into DevOps pipelines (Azure DevOps) with automation tools and secure coding practices.

  • Policies & Standards: Define and enforce security standards aligned with OWASP, Microsoft Best Practices, CIS Benchmarks, etc.

  • Incident Response: Collaborate on incident investigations and provide remediation recommendations.

  • Advisory Role: Educate and consult with developers, operations teams, and leadership on secure design and cloud threats.

  • Tool Evaluation: Research and recommend Azure-native and third-party tools to improve cloud security posture.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.

  • 10+ years of experience in information security, with a focus on architecture and cloud security.

  • Proven expertise in Azure security services: Azure Defender for Cloud, Azure Sentinel, AAD, Key Vault, Network Security Groups, Azure Firewall, and WAF.

  • Experience with secure SDLC in an Azure DevOps environment.

  • Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (ARM Templates, Terraform).

  • Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards (NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS).

  • Strong communication skills, capable of translating complex security concepts for diverse audiences.

  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities.

Preferred Certifications

  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate

  • Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert

  • CISSP, CCSP, or equivalent

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