Azure Enterprise Architect/Engineer

About the role

Prominent is seeking an Azure Cloud Cybersecurity Engineer to implement and manage cybersecurity controls and compliance requirements for our client's business needs.

Responsibilities

• Enable and manage Azure Cloud cybersecurity controls and compliance requirements based on business priorities and risks.
• Manage security policies and initiatives in Azure, focusing on Identity Access Management, Multi-Factor Authentication, Single Sign-On (SSO), and Federation.
• Lead the setup and configuration of Azure security platforms, including Privileged Access Management, Continuous Diagnostic and Mitigation, and Incident Response.
• Conduct network and application vulnerability testing relevant to Azure systems.
• Collaborate with external clients, business leadership, and auditors to ensure compliance with FISMA and FedRAMP standards.
• Work closely with various Azure security tools and platforms such as Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, and Microsoft Sentinel.

Requirements

• Microsoft Azure Cloud experience, with a preference for Gov-Cloud experience.
• At least 5 years of cyber-related experience in a commercial environment, specifically in Azure, with a technical information security and risk management role.
• A bachelor’s degree in a technology field, with a master’s degree preferred.
• Experience managing security policies and initiatives in Azure, including Identity Access and Management concepts, multifactor authentication, and SSO/Federation.
• Knowledge of Privileged Access Management concepts and ability to set up and configure the Azure security platforms.
• Ability to perform network and application vulnerability testing relevant to Azure systems.
• Demonstrated understanding of Information Security and Risk Management capabilities related to cloud computing, particularly in Windows and Linux environments.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, software scanning, and security concepts.
• Ability to work within a commute to one of the following locations: Alpharetta, Georgia, Omaha, Nebraska, Greenwood Village, Colorado, or Berkeley Heights, New Jersey.

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to work on Prominent’s payroll during the contract period.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Certifications: CISSP, CCSP, Azure/AWS/Google Security specific training and certification.
• Desired experience includes Government environments and Gov-Cloud experience, Crowdstrike Falcon EDR for Azure, and managing/maintaining FISMA and FedRAMP compliance for a government information system.

Skills

• Strong understanding of Azure security tools and platforms.
• Experience with Extended Detection and Response (XDR), Data Protection, Identity and Access Management (IAM), and Monitoring Compliance.
• Excellent collaboration skills with external clients, business leadership, and auditors.

Benefits

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Pay

Anticipated hourly rate while on contract is within the $71-79/hr range.

Schedule

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