Azure Cloud Security Consultant

Job Description

<p><b>Cloud Security Consultant (Azure)</b></p><p> <b>Location:</b> 14 Carlton (Hybrid - 3 days on-site, Tue-Thu)</p><p> <b>Contract:</b> 12 months <b>Start:</b> ASAP</p><p><br></p><p>We're seeking a <b>Cloud Security Consultant</b> with strong experience in <b>Azure-based Identity and Access Management (IAM)</b> to join our Infrastructure & Operations team. The ideal candidate will lead the design, configuration, and maintenance of secure IAM solutions, working closely with Security Architecture and Operations teams to support a secure, scalable cloud environment.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p><br></p><p><b>Cloud IAM Management (Azure Focus)</b></p><ul><li>Configure, maintain, and support IAM platforms using <b>Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD)</b>.</li><li>Deploy IAM integrations across Azure, including <b>Conditional Access, Identity Protection, and Privileged Identity Management (PIM)</b>.</li><li>Design and optimize <b>RBAC models</b> aligned with Azure hierarchies.</li><li>Implement monitoring and reporting solutions using <b>Defender for Identity</b> and <b>Log Analytics</b>.</li><li>Support identity-related incident response, root cause analysis, and audit readiness.</li><li>Ensure compliance with security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Benchmarks).</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Asset & Service Management</b></p><ul><li>Provide advanced support for IAM-related service requests and incidents.</li><li>Collaborate with IT and SOC teams for resolution and escalation.</li><li>Manage provisioning, de-provisioning, and privileged access workflows.</li><li>Support integration of IAM tools with <b>asset management</b> and compliance systems.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Continuous Improvement</b></p><ul><li>Enhance and automate IAM processes using <b>Microsoft Graph API, Logic Apps, and Power Automate</b>.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve security governance, lifecycle management, and access automation.</li><li>Maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and knowledge base content.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Tools & Technologies</b></p><ul><li><b>IAM & Security:</b> Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, PIM, Identity Protection</li><li><b>Monitoring & SIEM:</b> Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Identity, Azure Monitor</li><li><b>Governance & Compliance:</b> Azure Policy, Access Reviews, Entitlement Management</li><li><b>Automation & Documentation:</b> Microsoft Graph API, Power Automate, Logic Apps, SharePoint, Confluence</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Degree or diploma in <b>Computer Science, IT, or Cybersecurity</b>.</li><li><b>5+ years</b> of experience in IT with a focus on <b>IAM, security operations, or network security</b>.</li><li>Experience with <b>Operational Technology (OT)</b> and <b>SCADA systems</b> in critical infrastructure environments.</li><li>Familiarity with high-availability, hybrid, and multi-cloud architectures.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Preferred Certifications</b></p><ul><li><b>CISSP</b>, <b>Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator</b>,</li><li><b>Azure Security Engineer Associate</b>, <b>CCNP/CCIE Security</b>, or equivalent.</li></ul><p></p>