Senior Cloud Security (Azure) Engineer

Location: Southampton / Remote
Salary: £65,000 – £74,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Note: This role requires regular travel across the UK, with occasional international trips.
Join a market-leading construction and manufacturing company as a Senior Security and Azure Cloud Engineer. In this role, you’ll design, implement, and secure cloud-based solutions on Microsoft Azure. You’ll ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the company’s systems, applying best practices in cybersecurity while leveraging Azure's powerful security features.
Key Responsibilities:

• Cloud Infrastructure Management: Design, deploy, and manage Azure cloud services, including virtual networks, storage, and high-availability solutions.
• Security Implementation: Implement and maintain security controls for IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS environments, using tools like Azure Security Centre, Sentinel, and Key Vault.
• Incident Response: Monitor and respond to security alerts, performing root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure adherence to industry standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and conduct risk assessments.
• Collaboration & Support: Work with development and IT teams to integrate security into DevOps processes.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on the latest trends in cybersecurity and Azure cloud technologies.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Certifications like Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Security Engineer Associate, CSSP, CISSP, or CEH are advantageous.
• Proven experience in cybersecurity and cloud engineering, with deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure services.
• Expertise in Azure networking, firewalls, and security tools (e.g., XDR, NDR, IDS/IPS, SIEM).
• Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork skills, and proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Azure CLI).
• Experience with containerization, Azure Data Lake, IoT Hub, and API tools is a bonus.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in securing and optimizing cloud infrastructure for a forward-thinking company. Apply now to take your career to the next level!