100% Remote role. Our client is looking for a Senior Azure Engineer with over 7 years of experience in cloud security and architecture. This senior-level position requires a blend of leadership, strategic planning, and hands-on technical skills. The successful candidate will play a critical role in developing and implementing cyber-security architecture within an agile environment, ensuring alignment with security frameworks to protect cloud environments.

Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $60 - $70 / hr. w2

Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Architecture Design:

• Lead the development of comprehensive cyber-security architecture strategies for Azure cloud environments.
• Ensure technology initiatives align with security frameworks and best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into secure cloud solutions.

Security Implementation & Management:

• Design and implement robust security controls to protect cloud infrastructure and data.
• Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and mitigate risks.
• Work closely with DevOps teams to ensure timely remediation of vulnerabilities and security issues.

Advisory & Leadership:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and internal teams on cloud security and risk management strategies.
• Contribute to the development of multi-year implementation programs addressing Cyber-Security, Cyber Defense, and Business needs.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and team members in best practices for cloud security.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into all stages of the software development lifecycle.
• Communicate complex security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively.
• Stay updated on the latest security trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements.

Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in cloud security engineering, with a focus on Microsoft Azure.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing security architectures for cloud environments.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS).
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools and security incident response.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Azure CLI).
• Experience working in an agile development environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP).
• Experience working with government clients and understanding of government security requirements.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes).

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.

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