Introduction
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Security Architect with expertise in Microsoft Azure security services and threat Management domain. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Dev Sec Ops practices, CI/CD pipeline integration, and security automation. They should also be proficient in infrastructure as code tools and scripting languages for automation and security tooling integration.

Your role and responsibilities

• Ability to develop and implement threat management strategies and processes.
• Design, implement, and maintain secure Microsoft Azure environments using Microsoft Defender suite and Sentinel.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and automate security processes.
• Manage and secure Kubernetes clusters and containerized applications.
• Utilize infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform, Azure Resource Manager) for secure deployment and configuration of cloud environments.
• Develop and maintain security scripts using PowerShell, Python, or Bash for automation and security tooling integration.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, threats, and best practices in Microsoft Azure and Kubernetes.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members and collaborate with cross-functional teams about his/her main competences
• Experience in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating security threats
• Knowledge of threat intelligence feeds, indicators of compromise (Io Cs), TTPs and security best practices.
• Familiarity with threat hunting techniques and tools. Mitre framework.

Required education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred education

Master's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience (7+ years) in Threat Management Domain.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in Microsoft Azure security services, including Microsoft Defender suite and Sentinel.
• Strong experience (3+ years) with Dev Sec Ops practices, CI/CD pipeline integration, and security automation.
• Hands-on experience (3+ years) with Kubernetes , including managing Kubernetes clusters and containerized applications.
• Proficiency in infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform, Azure Resource Manager).
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Certifications in Microsoft Azure security (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals) and Kubernetes: SC-200, SC-900
• Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) systems, such as Microsoft Sentinel, Palo Cortex, Google Chronicle, Splunk, or ELK Stack.
• Familiarity with security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) solutions, such as Cortex, Phantom, or Swimlane
• Experience with endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools, such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Cortex or Crowd Strike.
• Knowledge of incident response processes and procedures and experience with vulnerability management and penetration testing.

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