Senior Security Engineer (ID: 4114)
STAFIDE Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
Staffing and Recruiting · 11-50 employees
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About the role
The Senior Security Engineer will design, implement, and maintain security solutions for Microsoft Azure services to protect cloud environments. They are responsible for monitoring security alerts, investigating threats, and automating security operations using scripting.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must have 2-4 years of experience and proficiency in Microsoft Azure security tools, IAM, and network security protocols. Strong knowledge of scripting languages like PowerShell or Python and experience in incident response are required.
Benefits
Full description
As a Senior Security Engineer, you will
- Design, implement, and maintain security solutions for Microsoft Azure services to protect cloud environments against security threats.
- Manage identity and access controls to ensure secure access to Azure resources.
- Implement and maintain network security measures to prevent unauthorized access and protect cloud infrastructure.
- Monitor security alerts, investigate potential threats, and respond to security incidents promptly.
- Implement data protection mechanisms and security controls to maintain data privacy and confidentiality.
- Support security compliance, auditing, and risk assessment activities to ensure adherence to relevant standards and policies.
- Utilize Azure security tools and services to identify vulnerabilities, mitigate risks, and strengthen the overall security posture.
- Perform threat hunting and analyze security events to identify suspicious activities and potential attacks.
- Use PowerShell or Python scripting to automate security operations and improve operational efficiency.
- Document security procedures, technical configurations, incident reports, and operational best practices.
What You Bring to the Table
- Proficiency in Microsoft Azure security tools, services, and cloud security practices.
- Strong knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM), authentication, authorization, and access control mechanisms.
- Understanding of network security protocols, firewalls, network segmentation, and secure connectivity.
- Knowledge of data protection, data privacy, and security compliance requirements.
- Experience monitoring security alerts, investigating threats, and responding to security incidents.
- Familiarity with threat hunting, vulnerability management, and security risk assessment.
- Knowledge of Windows PowerShell or Python scripting for security automation.
- Understanding of security frameworks, identity protocols, and auditing processes.
- Familiarity with IBM Security Access Manager is beneficial.
- Azure security certifications are an advantage.
You should possess the ability to
- Analyze security alerts and identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and suspicious activities.
- Implement effective security controls to protect Azure resources, identities, networks, and sensitive data.
- Investigate security incidents, determine root causes, and recommend appropriate remediation measures.
- Apply security policies and compliance requirements consistently across cloud environments.
- Automate repetitive security tasks using scripting and relevant security tools.
- Maintain accurate technical documentation, audit records, and incident reports.
- Communicate security risks and recommendations clearly to technical teams and stakeholders.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to improve cloud security.
- Stay updated on emerging Azure security threats, technologies, and industry best practices.
What we bring to the table
- An opportunity to work on Microsoft Azure cloud security and identity protection initiatives.
- Exposure to cloud security monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and compliance activities.
- Opportunities to develop expertise in Azure security services, identity management, and security automation.
- A collaborative environment focused on strengthening security practices and protecting enterprise cloud environments.
- Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in cloud security.
Let’s Connect
Want to discuss this opportunity in more detail? Feel free to reach out.
Recruiter: Asha Krishnan
Phone: +31 20 369 0609 ; Extn :146
Email: asha.k@stafide.nl
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashakrishnan07/
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