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# Senior Cloud Security Engineer in Houston

- **Company:** Energy Jobline
- **Location:** Houston, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Kubernetes Security, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Encodings, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Python (Programming Language), Windows PowerShell, Systems Development Life Cycle, Role-Based Access Control, Azure Active Directory, Security Information and Event Management, Enterprise Data Management, Scripting, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Cybercrime, Bicep, Microsoft Sentinel, CIS Benchmarks, Terraform, Devsecops, Security Orchestration, Automation & Response, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** August 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/senior-cloud-security-engineer-houston-31397986

## About the Role

We're seeking a security professional who combines strong technical depth with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset., * Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

 * 5+ years of experience in cloud security, cybersecurity engineering, or security operations
 * Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 security environments
 * Strong understanding of IAM, cloud security architecture, and DevSecOps
 * Experience with SIEM/XDR platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR
 * Knowledge of NIST, CIS Benchmarks, secure SDLC, and risk management frameworks
 * Experience with WAFs, firewalls, and enterprise security controls
 * Familiarity with scripting or automation tools such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash

What Will Make You Stand Out

 * Experience securing enterprise-scale hybrid cloud environments
 * Knowledge of Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform, ARM, or Bicep
 * Exposure to container security and CI/CD security automation
 * Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
 * A continuous improvement mindset and passion for staying ahead of evolving cyber threats

## Description

Are you passionate about securing modern cloud environments and building enterprise-grade cybersecurity solutions that make a real impact? We're looking for a highly skilled Senior Cloud Security Engineer to help protect and strengthen our growing technology ecosystem across cloud, hybrid, and on-premise environments.

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative IT and cybersecurity team where your expertise will directly influence security strategy, cloud architecture, threat prevention, and operational resilience. If you enjoy solving complex security challenges, improving security posture, and working hands-on with Azure technologies, DevSecOps, IAM, and cloud security tools - we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will design, implement, and maintain security controls that protect systems, infrastructure, and enterprise data. You'll partner closely with IT, infrastructure, and business teams to strengthen cybersecurity across the organization.

Key responsibilities include:

 * Securing Azure cloud environments, workloads, and hybrid infrastructure
 * Managing and optimizing IAM solutions including Azure AD / Entra ID
 * Implementing RBAC, Conditional Access, and Privileged Management (PIM)
 * Monitoring and improving security posture using Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and related tools
 * Managing WAFs, firewalls, and cloud- security technologies
 * Embedding security controls into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices
 * Conducting vulnerability assessments, risk assessments, and threat modeling
 * Supporting incident response, security investigations, and remediation efforts
 * Developing and enforcing cybersecurity policies aligned with NIST, SOC 2, and CIS standards
 * Driving data protection initiatives including DLP, encryption, and governance


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