Azure Cloud Security Engineer

Lighthouse Technology Services is partnering with our client to fill their Senior Azure Cloud Security Engineer position! This is a 12 month contract and will be onsite in Buffalo, NY with 4 days on-site at Seneca One. This role will be a W2 employee of Lighthouse Technology Services. No C2C or subcontracting arrangements will be considered.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead the design, development, and execution of cloud security solutions specifically within Azure environments, serving as the subject matter expert for Azure security technologies and services
• Architect and implement enterprise-level Azure security frameworks using Azure Permissions and Azure Policy to meet current and future organizational needs
• Collaborate with Technology management, business partners, and support teams to translate complex security requirements into structured, high-quality technical implementations
• Develop and maintain technology standards, policies, and best practices for cloud security architecture across the organization
• Research, evaluate, and recommend new security tools and expanded systems capabilities, including GitLab and Microsoft's Enterprise Policy as Code (EPAC) tool
• Coordinate vendor interactions and manage contract resources, ensuring alignment with security standards and organizational objectives
• Mentor and coach less experienced engineers and technicians, reviewing their documentation, proposals, and technical implementations
• Conduct thorough analysis of user requirements, operational constraints, and security risks, leading unit testing, system integration, and user acceptance testing efforts

• 10+ years of experience in systems design, management, infrastructure architecture, or related technical engineering roles
• In-depth, hands-on experience with Cloud Security in Azure, including enterprise-level implementation of Azure Permissions and Azure Policy
• Proven ability to translate complex business and functional requirements into secure, scalable technical solutions using industry-standard approaches
• Strong knowledge of system development lifecycle, infrastructure architecture, virtual technologies, and IT Service Management best practices
• Advanced technical, analytical, and troubleshooting skills with demonstrated ability to develop alternative solutions to complex security challenges
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Experience with project estimation, budget planning, and working independently in fast-paced environments
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field preferred
• Experience with GitLab and Microsoft's Enterprise Policy as Code (EPAC) tool is a plus