Cloud & Security Operations Engineer

Position Summary:The Cloud & Security Operations Engineer plays a critical role in protecting and optimizing the company's hybrid infrastructure across on-premise and cloud environments. This role combines hands-on cloud engineering with cybersecurity operations, ensuring our systems remain secure, compliant, and scalable. The position supports enterprise cloud initiatives, security monitoring, incident response, and infrastructure-as-code deployment while collaborating cross-functionally to improve the overall technology posture. This role requires a high level of integrity, technical depth, and the ability to work independently.Essential Functions:· Administer and optimize cloud infrastructure (Azure, Microsoft 365), including resource provisioning, cost management, and performance tuning.· Own the configuration and monitoring of security tools such as Microsoft Defender, Rapid7, Sentinel One, Rubrik, Fortinet, Proofpoint and Entra ID.· Monitor and respond to security alerts, potential incidents, and vulnerabilities in real time.· Maintain and evolve security baselines across hybrid infrastructure using frameworks such as NIST or CIS Controls.· Deploy infrastructure and security configurations using automation tools like Terraform, Bicep, or PowerShell.· Manage conditional access policies, identity governance, and secure authentication (MFA, SSO, Entra ID).· Perform regular vulnerability scans and coordinate remediation with system administrators and development teams.· Conduct internal security audits, maintain documentation, and assist with external compliance efforts.· Support hybrid integration projects, including secure API endpoints, cloud-based applications, and DevSecOps tools.· Participate in disaster recovery planning and periodic testing of security incident response procedures.· Provide guidance on security best practices during system rollouts or third-party integrations.· Maintain detailed documentation of configurations, policies, and procedures.· Provide after-hours support as needed for business-critical issues.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:· Strong working knowledge of Azure and Microsoft 365 infrastructure, including identity and security components.· Experience with SIEM tools, vulnerability scanning platforms, and cloud security posture management (CSPM).· Expertise in conditional access, role-based access control (RBAC), and zero trust architecture principles.· Solid scripting skills for automation (PowerShell, Python, or equivalent).· Familiarity with modern DevOps and IaC tooling (Terraform, ARM/Bicep templates, GitHub Actions).· Working knowledge of security and compliance frameworks such as NIST and CIS Controls; experience supporting regulated environments (e.g., PCI, SOC-type controls) is preferred.· Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues across cloud, network, and security layers.· Excellent documentation, project coordination, and cross-functional communication skillsRequired Experience and Education:· Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT operations, including at least 2 years in cloud or security-focused roles.· Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).· Experience managing Microsoft Defender, Entra ID, Rapid7, Sentinel One, Fortinet or similar tools in an enterprise setting.· Hands-on experience with Azure administration and Microsoft 365 security hardening.· Prior involvement in incident response, cloud security configuration, and identity management.

Created: 2026-05-09