Senior Cloud Security Engineer

As a Senior Cloud Security Engineer, you will lead the design, implementation, and governance of secure cloud environments while supporting enterprise cloud transformation initiatives. This role focuses on cloud security architecture, Azure security, Zero Trust principles, vulnerability management, compliance, incident response, and cloud governance to ensure secure, resilient, and compliant cloud operations., Lead cloud security architecture, implementation, and security modernization initiatives across enterprise environments. Identify cloud security vulnerabilities, assess risk, prioritize remediation efforts, and validate corrective actions. Design and implement secure cloud solutions aligned with Zero Trust and enterprise security frameworks. Review cloud architectures and proposed solutions to identify security risks and define appropriate controls. Develop and enforce Azure security policies, governance standards, and compliance requirements. Integrate security controls and automated security gates into deployment and CI/CD pipelines. Monitor security events, analyze threats, and coordinate incident response activities with security operations teams. Lead investigations, containment efforts, and remediation activities for cloud security incidents. Review and validate firewall, network security group (NSG), and access control configurations. Create and maintain architecture diagrams, security documentation, operational procedures, and audit evidence.

8+ years of experience in cloud security, cybersecurity engineering, security architecture, or related disciplines. Strong expertise with Microsoft Azure security services, cloud architecture, and enterprise cloud environments. Deep knowledge of Zero Trust security principles, cloud governance, and security best practices. Experience with vulnerability assessment, risk management, remediation tracking, and compliance initiatives. Strong understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM), network security, firewall technologies, and access controls. Experience implementing Azure Policies, security automation, runbooks, and cloud security monitoring solutions. Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, security operations, threat detection, and incident response processes. Ability to assess complex security risks, communicate recommendations, and influence technical and business stakeholders. Experience supporting audits, regulatory compliance requirements, and security assessments in enterprise environments. Excellent leadership, problem-solving, documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work independently on complex projects. The hourly range for roles of this nature are $40.00 to $80.00/hr. Rates are heavily dependent on skills, experience, location, and industry. cyberThink is an Equal Opportunity Employer.