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Job Description
Cloud Security Consultant (Azure)
Location: 14 Carlton (Hybrid - 3 days on-site, Tue-Thu)
Contract: 12 months Start: ASAP
We're seeking a Cloud Security Consultant with strong experience in Azure-based Identity and Access Management (IAM) to join our Infrastructure & Operations team. The ideal candidate will lead the design, configuration, and maintenance of secure IAM solutions, working closely with Security Architecture and Operations teams to support a secure, scalable cloud environment.
Key Responsibilities
Cloud IAM Management (Azure Focus)
- Configure, maintain, and support IAM platforms using Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD).
- Deploy IAM integrations across Azure, including Conditional Access, Identity Protection, and Privileged Identity Management (PIM).
- Design and optimize RBAC models aligned with Azure hierarchies.
- Implement monitoring and reporting solutions using Defender for Identity and Log Analytics.
- Support identity-related incident response, root cause analysis, and audit readiness.
- Ensure compliance with security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Benchmarks).
Asset & Service Management
- Provide advanced support for IAM-related service requests and incidents.
- Collaborate with IT and SOC teams for resolution and escalation.
- Manage provisioning, de-provisioning, and privileged access workflows.
- Support integration of IAM tools with asset management and compliance systems.
Continuous Improvement
- Enhance and automate IAM processes using Microsoft Graph API, Logic Apps, and Power Automate.
- Identify opportunities to improve security governance, lifecycle management, and access automation.
- Maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and knowledge base content.
Tools & Technologies
- IAM & Security: Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, PIM, Identity Protection
- Monitoring & SIEM: Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Identity, Azure Monitor
- Governance & Compliance: Azure Policy, Access Reviews, Entitlement Management
- Automation & Documentation: Microsoft Graph API, Power Automate, Logic Apps, SharePoint, Confluence
Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Computer Science, IT, or Cybersecurity.
- 5+ years of experience in IT with a focus on IAM, security operations, or network security.
- Experience with Operational Technology (OT) and SCADA systems in critical infrastructure environments.
- Familiarity with high-availability, hybrid, and multi-cloud architectures.
Preferred Certifications
- CISSP, Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator,
- Azure Security Engineer Associate, CCNP/CCIE Security, or equivalent.