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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Azure Security Engineer - **Company:** Insight Global - **Location:** Wake County, NC, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Kubernetes Security, Application Firewall, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Computer Networks, DevOps, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Key Management, Network Security, Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Azure Active Directory, Scripting, Firewalls (Computer Science), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Azure Security Center, Kubernetes, Bicep, Microsoft Sentinel, Azure AKS, CIS Benchmarks, Terraform - **Published:** September 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/3C48D8F018934841BB5D5C2A319C1B61/job/ ## About the Role The successful candidate will possess deep technical expertise in Azure security services, strong problem-solving skills, and a collaborative approach to cross-functional teamwork., Cloud Security & Architecture Strong experience with Azure security services and cloud architecture. Azure Security Services: Hands-on experience with Azure security technologies including: Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) Azure Key Vault Microsoft Defender for Cloud Microsoft Sentinel Azure Policy Azure Firewall Azure Monitor Azure Security Center capabilities Cloud Architecture: Strong understanding of secure cloud architecture and best practices for designing, deploying, and maintaining secure Azure environments. Network Security Experience securing Azure networking services, including: Virtual Networks (VNets) Network Security Groups (NSGs) Azure Firewall Private Endpoints VPN Gateway ExpressRoute Application Gateway / Web Application Firewall (WAF) Compliance & Automation Expertise in compliance frameworks including STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, and NIST 800-53. Experience implementing and managing compliance enforcement through Azure Policy and governance controls. Proficiency in scripting and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using: Python PowerShell Azure Bicep ARM Templates Terraform Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Kubernetes Security Experience securing Kubernetes environments, including: Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Cluster hardening RBAC Network policies Workload identity Secrets management Pod Security Standards Container security best practices Knowledge of Kubernetes security frameworks and CIS Kubernetes Benchmarks. Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500) Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert CISSP Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) ## Description We are seeking a skilled Security Engineer to join our team and ensure the security and compliance of our Azure cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be responsible for verifying that the environment is correctly configured, validating compliance with STIGs and CIS benchmarks, and monitoring adherence to NIST 800-53 controls. This role includes proactive identification of security gaps, ticket creation for remediation, and regular engagement with stakeholders to address findings, configurations, and vulnerabilities., Ensure Azure environments are securely and correctly configured according to industry best practices. Validate compliance with STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, and organizational security standards. Monitor and assess environments to ensure continuous alignment with NIST 800-53 security controls. Create and manage tickets to address and remediate identified security gaps. Schedule and conduct meetings with stakeholders to discuss findings, configurations, vulnerabilities, and remediation plans. Collaborate with Platform Engineering, DevOps, IT, and Compliance teams to support secure cloud operations. Automate security monitoring, compliance validation, and remediation workflows using Azure-native services and scripting. Maintain documentation of security policies, procedures, architectures, and technical configurations. Stay current with Azure security best practices, compliance standards, and emerging threats. Ensure Azure and Kubernetes environments are securely configured according to industry best practices. Validate Kubernetes security posture, including cluster hardening, RBAC, network policies, secrets management, workload identity, and container security controls. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. ## Related Videos - [Azure-Well Architected Framework - designing mission critical workloads in practice](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1529-azure-well-architected-framework-designing-mission-critical-workloads-in-practice) - [Infrastructure as Code: The Developer's Secret Weapon](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1221-infrastructure-as-code-the-developer-s-secret-weapon) - [Back(end) to the Future: Embracing the continuous Evolution of Infrastructure and Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/440-back-end-to-the-future-embracing-the-continuous-evolution-of-infrastructure-and-code) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Kubernetes Security Best Practices](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1411-kubernetes-security-best-practices) - [Implementing Feature Environments with AWS and Terraform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/531-implementing-feature-environments-with-aws-and-terraform) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Learning Kubernetes made easy with KubeCampus](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/348-learning-kubernetes-made-easy-with-kubecampus) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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