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# Cloud Security Engineer

- **Company:** Verder Liquids
- **Location:** Utrecht, Netherlands (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Security, Domain Name System (DNS), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Security, Role-Based Access Control, Kusto Query Language, Firewalls (Computer Science), Microsoft Sentinel
- **Published:** May 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://nl.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6a882a6832516ef4

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Security?, This is a hands-on role, where independence, accountability, and clear communication are key.
You are detail-oriented and disciplined, with a strong analytical mindset and the ability to stay level-headed under pressure. Naturally curious, you enjoy investigating incidents and getting to the root of issues, while maintaining a true "guardian of security" mindset. You communicate effectively, clearly presenting options and solutions to support informed decision-making.

To be successful in this role, you have:

 * AZ-500 certified (non-negotiable)
 * 3+ years hands-on in Azure security
 * Strong with:
 + Microsoft Sentinel & Defender
 + KQL
 + Entra ID security controls
 * Comfortable working independently and owning your domain
 * Strong communication skills in English (Dutch is a plus)

## Description

* Own and manage cloud security operations in Microsoft Azure
 * Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents using Microsoft Defender and Sentinel
 * Develop and optimize KQL queries for threat detection and investigation
 * Implement and manage identity and access security using Entra ID (Conditional Access, PIM, RBAC)
 * Strengthen network security through NSGs, Azure Firewall, Private Endpoints, and DNS controls
 * Conduct incident investigations, ensuring all relevant details are uncovered
 * Collaborate with internal teams and external partners (e.g., MSSPs)
 * Contribute to threat modeling and security improvement initiatives
 * Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, international environment


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