Senior Cloud Security Engineer

Synergis HR - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Atlanta, GA

About the position

The Senior Cloud Security Engineer will be responsible for the configuration and management of the Microsoft Azure Cloud security suite, including Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, Azure Sentinel SIEM, Defender for Endpoint, and Defender Vulnerability Management. This role is crucial for ensuring the security and reliability of the cloud infrastructure while collaborating with various operations teams to drive innovation and optimize performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage cloud infrastructure solutions on Azure leveraging security best practices and Mitre detection techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional cloud security teams and our SOC.
• Develop and enforce cloud security best practices, access management, data encryption, and threat detection.
• Monitor cloud performance and availability, troubleshoot issues, and optimize resource utilization to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships/partnerships with appropriate vendors.

Requirements

• A formal education in Information Technology, or equivalent experience in IT Security related roles is required.
• 1+ years of experience in cloud security engineering or related cloud role.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, Azure Sentinel, and Microsoft Defender Vulnerability Management.
• Working knowledge of SIEM and SOAR solutions.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform, with hands-on experience deploying and managing cloud resources.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders at all levels.

Nice-to-haves

• Cloud certifications a plus