Security Consultant (Azure Cloud Security Specialist)

Vacancy Name
Security Consultant (Azure Cloud Security Specialist)

Vacancy No
VN1086

Business Unit
Corporate

Job Location
USA, UK, Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, India, or South Africa

Employment Type
Full Time

Job Details and Responsibilities

Summary: The Security Consultant specializing in Azure Cloud Security is a critical member of the Security Architecture Advisory team. This role is focused on providing expert advice and solutions to ensure the security and integrity of client cloud environments, with a deep specialization in Microsoft Azure. The consultant will work directly with clients to design, implement, and maintain secure cloud architectures, leveraging Azure's comprehensive security tools and best practices. This position requires an in-depth understanding of Azure security principles, architecture, and regulatory compliance, ensuring that clients' cloud solutions are robust, scalable, and secure.

Responsibilities:

• Client Consultation and Engagement: Provide expert consultation to clients on general and Azure-specific security needs, including designing and implementing security solutions tailored to Azure cloud environments.
• Business Analysis: Work with clients to extract and document functional and non-functional requirements related to Azure cloud security, feeding into architecture and design processes.
• Security Architecture Design: Develop and implement comprehensive Azure cloud security architectures that incorporate best practices in data protection, identity management, and compliance.
• Risk Assessment and Management: Conduct detailed risk assessments for client cloud environments, identifying potential vulnerabilities and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Compliance Guidance: Assist clients in understanding and adhering to industry regulations and standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS as they relate to cloud computing.
• Project Leadership: Lead and manage security projects from conception through to execution, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and client expectations are met.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare detailed reports and documentation outlining security recommendations, project progress, and post-implementation reviews.
• Continuous Learning and Development: Stay updated on the latest cloud security trends, technologies, and regulatory changes. Participate in ongoing professional development and certification.
• No direct supervisory responsibilities but may lead project teams and mentor junior consultants.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams within the organization to integrate security into broader architectural solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years focused on Azure cloud security architecture.
• Relevant maintained professional certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), or Azure Certified Security - Specialty preferred.
• Expert Knowledge of Azure Cloud Security: Proficient in various cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud), and at an expert level in Azure and its respective security tools and features, such as Azure Security Center, Azure Sentinel, Azure AD, and Azure Policy.
• Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex systems and derive insights related to security risk.
• Effective Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to finding and implementing solutions.
• Project Management: Experience in managing large-scale security projects, including budgeting and resource allocation.
• Mostly stationary work involving significant use of computers and interactive tools.
• May involve traveling to client sites as required.
• Selected applicant will be subject to a background investigation, which will be conducted and the results of which will be used in compliance with applicable law.

Additional Skill Expectations:

Technical:

• Cloud Platforms: Advanced proficiency in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud security features and tools. Expertise in Azure-specific security features and tools (Azure Security Center, Sentinel, etc.).
• Security Architecture: Advanced ability to design and implement secure cloud architectures, with a specialization in Azure.
• Network Security: Advanced understanding of network security principles and technologies, specifically within Azure environments.
• Identity and Access Management (IAM): Advanced expertise in IAM solutions and best practices for cloud environments, including Entra, Azure AD and RBAC.

Analytical:

• Risk Assessment: Advanced ability to conduct comprehensive risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Vulnerability Analysis: Advanced skills in identifying and analyzing vulnerabilities in Azure environments.
• Compliance Analysis: Intermediate understanding of compliance requirements and ability to assess compliance status.

Communication:

• Client Engagement: Advanced skills in engaging with clients to understand and address their security needs.
• Documentation and Reporting: Advanced ability to produce clear and detailed diagrams, reports and documentation.
• Presentation Skills: Advanced ability to present complex security concepts to non-technical audiences.

Project Management:

• Project Planning: Intermediate skills in planning and managing security projects, including resource allocation.
• Time Management: Intermediate ability to manage time effectively to meet project deadlines and client expectations.

Leadership and Influence:

• Team Leadership: Intermediate to Advanced capability to lead project teams and mentor junior consultants.
• Stakeholder Influence: Intermediate to Advanced ability to influence stakeholders and drive security initiatives.

Continuous Improvement and Learning:

• Adaptability: High willingness to adapt to new technologies and evolving client needs.
• Professional Development: High commitment to continuous learning and obtaining relevant Azure certifications.

Personal Development:

• Resilience: High capability to handle stress and bounce back from setbacks.

Lemongrass Consulting is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

About Lemongrass

Lemongrass is a software-enabled services provider, synonymous with SAP on Cloud, focused on delivering superior, highly automated Managed Services to Enterprise customers. Our customers span multiple verticals and geographies across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. We partner with AWS, SAP, Microsoft and other global technology leaders.