Job Description

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Overview:

The Azure SME will lead the design, deployment, and optimization of secure cloud architectures using Microsoft Azure. This role demands deep expertise in SIEM/SOAR, endpoint protection, cloud security posture management (CSPM), and threat intelligence to ensure robust defense across hybrid and cloud-native environments.




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Job Skills:

Bachelor's in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

8+ years

in Azure architecture and security implementation Deep, hands-on experience with: + Microsoft Sentinel (KQL, rules, automation)
+ Defender for Servers (EDR, AV, FIM setup)
+ Defender for Cloud (CSPM, compliance)
+ Defender Threat Intelligence (IOC enrichment, profiling)
Scripting proficiency: PowerShell, KQL, Bicep, Terraform Strong understanding of: + Zero Trust Architecture
+ Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
+ Conditional Access
+ Azure AD
Microsoft Certifications: + SC-200, AZ-500, SC-100 (any)

Preferred Skills

+ - Experience with multi-cloud security (AWS, GCP) via

Azure Arc

- Familiarity with

MITRE ATT&CK

and threat detection
- Working knowledge of:
NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR compliance - Exposure to

Microsoft Security Copilot

and AI-driven threat analysis
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Responsibilities:

Architect and implement Azure solutions integrating: +

Microsoft Sentinel

for SIEM/SOAR
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Defender for Servers

(AV, EDR, FIM)
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Defender for Cloud

(CSPM, workload protection)
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Defender Threat Intelligence

(threat hunting, enrichment)
Design secure Landing Zones and enforce security baselines Develop incident response playbooks and automation in Sentinel Integrate Defender tools with Log Analytics and Azure Monitor Conduct threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and compliance audits Collaborate with SOC, DevOps, and Infra teams to embed security into CI/CD pipelines Provide technical leadership and mentorship for cloud security * Maintain documentation, runbooks, and training content