Cloud Security Engineer / Infrastructure Security Engineer

DGH Recruitment
Leeds
9 months ago
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Cloud Security Engineer / Infrastructure Security Engineer
Hybrid Working: 1-2 days per week required in the office.
This is a great opportunity for a Cloud Security Engineer / Infrastructure Security Engineer to join my client at a time where there is huge investment in Technology, Modern Workplace and the Microsoft Azure stack.
Reporting into my clients Cloud & Infrastructure Lead, this role will be responsible for;
- Security patching and hardening across server and network infrastructure.
- Monitoring, detecting, and responding to security threats across hybrid environments.
- Managing and enhancing security configurations for Windows VMs, SQL databases, and PaaS solutions like Logic Apps.
- Administering security tools, including firewalls, endpoint protection, and vulnerability management systems.
- Ensuring data security by managing encryption, access controls, and compliance requirements.
- Performing security assessments, audits, and penetration testing.
- Developing security automation processes for identity and access management (IAM), network security, and patch management.
- Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure security best practices are integrated into new and existing solutions.
- Managing third parties delivering security, cloud, or infrastructure services.
- Keeping up to date with emerging threats and security trends, advising the organization on proactive measures.
Required Skills / Experience:
- Strong experience with security in Azure, including Defender for Cloud, Security Center, and Key Vault.
- Hands-on expertise with security configurations for Windows VMs and SQL databases.
- Knowledge of network security, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM solutions.
- Experience with security automation using PowerShell, Azure Policy, or Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC).
- Strong understanding of compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Benchmarks, GDPR).
- Experience in threat detection, incident response, and forensic analysis. Familiarity with Identity and Access Management (IAM) principles, Azure AD, and MFA.
Cloud Security Engineer / Infrastructure Security Engineer
In accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this position is advertised based upon DGH Recruitment Limited having first sought approval of its client to find candidates for this position.
DGH Recruitment Limited acts as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business

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