Job Title: Cloud Security Lead
Our client is seeking a skilled Cloud Security Lead to join their Cyber Security Team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in designing and managing the organisation's cloud security infrastructure, working with the latest technologies in a large-scale enterprise environment.
About the Company
Our client provides comprehensive IT and Telecoms services across multiple business units, supporting a diverse user base and overseeing an extensive IT infrastructure. Their mission is to establish a secure and resilient IT foundation, setting standards for IT policy, governance, and cybersecurity to protect and optimise their operations.
Responsibilities and Duties
* Cloud Security Management: Ensure the security of the organisation's Azure environment.
* Strategy and Policy Development: Develop and implement effective cloud security strategies and policies.
* Data and Application Security: Safeguard cloud-based data and applications through robust security measures.
* Collaboration and Integration: Work closely with IT teams to integrate cloud security practices seamlessly.
* Security Consultancy: Act as a security consultant and advisor for the organisation.
* Support Cloud Transformations: Enable positive transitions to cloud-based services while ensuring security.
* Promote IT Security Awareness: Educate teams on the importance of robust IT security practices.
* Configuration Assessment and Advisory: Assess and advise on cloud security configurations.
* Design and Implementation: Contribute to security-related design and implementation activities.
* Compliance and Best Practices: Collaborate with the cybersecurity team to ensure compliance with industry best practices.
* Vendor and Procurement Management: Manage vendor relationships and support procurement activities.
* Stay Updated: Keep abreast of the latest cloud security technologies and trends.
* Metric-Based Reporting: Advise on best practices and implement metrics-based reporting.
* Collaborate with SOC Partner: Work closely with an outsourced SOC partner to ensure comprehensive security monitoring.
Experience and Competencies
* 2+ years of specialised experience in a cloud security role.
* 10+ years of general experience in IT roles.
* Strong understanding of cloud computing models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
* Knowledge of security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST2, and CIS Controls.
* Expert knowledge of the Microsoft Azure platform.
* Familiarity with IT security compliance requirements, such as GDPR.
* Expertise in wireless security, encryption, and authentication.
* Proven experience in security design and implementation.
* Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 platform.
Qualifications and Certifications
* Azure Cloud Experience.
* Azure Cloud Certifications preferably AZ500.
* Relevant third-level degree or equivalent experience.
* Professional certifications, such as CCSP or CISSP.
Benefits include work-from-home options.