Azure Cloud Security Analyst

Additiv

Posted 30+ days ago

Experience

3 - 6 Years

Education

Bachelor of Science(Computers)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

About this role

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Azure Cloud Security Analyst to join our cybersecurity team. In this role, you will be responsible for safeguarding our Azure cloud infrastructure, applications, and data by leveraging Azure-native security tools, proactive threat detection, and best-in-class cloud security practices.

You will play a critical role in security monitoring, incident response, identity and access management, vulnerability assessments, and compliance assurance across our cloud environment.

Your responsibilities

Monitor & Detect Threats:
Use Azure-native tools like Sentinel, Defender for Cloud, and Security Center to monitor cloud environments, detect anomalies, and configure security alerts
Incident Response & Investigation:
Investigate security incidents and alerts, perform root cause analysis, and support remediation using tools like Sentinel Playbooks, XDR, and Velociraptor
Identity & Access Management:
Secure Azure AD using MFA, PIM, Conditional Access, and enforce RBAC for least-privilege access across cloud resources
Risk & Vulnerability Management:
Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability scans; identify misconfigurations and enforce policies through Azure Policyand collaboration with DevOps
Network Security & Compliance:
Manage Azure Firewall, NSGs, and WAF; ensure compliance with standards like ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, and GDPR
Automation & DevSecOps:
Automate security operations and integrate controls into CI/CD pipelines using Logic Apps, PowerShell, and Azure Policy

Your qualifications, skills and experience

Hands-on experience with Azure Security Center, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Sentinel
Strong knowledge of SIEM tools like Sentinel or Splunk
Expertise in IAM, including Azure AD, OAuth/SAML, RBAC, PIM, and MFA
Proficient in incident response, threat hunting, and forensic investigation
Deep understanding of network security and Azure-native firewall services
Familiarity with security standards: NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR
Experience with scripting/automation using PowerShell, Python, and Terraform

Department / Functional Area

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