Azure Cloud Security Architect

Avanade

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Multiple Locations

Why you should apply for a job to Avanade:

  • 4.3/5 in supportive management
  • 70% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 78% would recommend this company to other women
  • 82% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • STEM Scholarship programs with nine Universities worldwide investing in the future of young women.
  • Five Employee Resource Groups including women's, LGBT+, and Veterans to name a few.
  • World-class training including an average of 80 hours a year for employees to develop their skill set.
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    Position summary

    rt of our forward-thinking team.

    Together we do what matters.

    Skills and experiences

    Extensive hands-on experience in designing and implementing Cloud Security Controls and Cloud Network Controls, with a specific focus on Microsoft 365 and azure environments.

    Expertise in managing and governing cloud security controls (across all service models) within public and hybrid cloud architectures, particularly with Azure and leveraging M365 solutions.

    Proficient in Microsoft Security Solutions, including Microsoft Defender Suite, Purview, M365 Security, SASE and securing Azure environment.

    Deep understanding and hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview for data security and governance.

    Experience with security incident, and event management capabilities within Azure and its integration with Microsoft suite of products (for instance - Dynamics 365).

    Solid understanding of Azure networking (Firewall, WAF, NSG, Network Virtual Appliances) and Azure Security best practices, including security baselines and landing zone implementation.

    Knowledge of Cloud Adoption Framework and its application to secure Azure environments.

    Proficiency with Microsoft Endpoint Manager.

    About you

    Tactical mindset to solve a business problem

    Consultative, collaborative, relationship builder

    Resilient, adaptable, flexible

    Intellectually curious and passionate about tech

    Convincing storyteller and engaging content creator

    What you'll do

    Lead and manage projects, providing tactical and operational support for complex security solutions involving Azure, Purview for data protection and Microsoft 365 security capabilities.

    Create and implement work plans for assigned projects, ensuring the alignment of security requirements with business objectives for Azure and M365 security initiatives.

    Lead the design and delivery of security architectures for projects, addressing both IT and business requirements, while ensuring compliance with data security regulations through Microsoft Purview.

    Develop strong client relationships, contributing to the overall success of projects and supporting sales outcomes by showcasing advanced security capabilities.

    Work independently with minimal oversight, validating your work efforts against strategic and operational security goals.

    Oversee the development lifecycle, ensuring the team builds specialized skills as needed, and enforce the use of quality tools and processes throughout the project.

    Serve as a Delivery Lead/Technical Architect for security-focused projects, ensuring the integration of Azure and M365 security measures.

    Design and implement comprehensive security solutions that address both cloud infrastructure and data security needs, with a particular focus on Azure and Microsoft 365 environments.

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    A great place to work

    Why you should apply for a job to Avanade:

  • 4.3/5 in supportive management
  • 70% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 78% would recommend this company to other women
  • 82% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • STEM Scholarship programs with nine Universities worldwide investing in the future of young women.
  • Five Employee Resource Groups including women's, LGBT+, and Veterans to name a few.
  • World-class training including an average of 80 hours a year for employees to develop their skill set.