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 DevSecOps 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 (IoCs), TTPs and security best practices.

• Familiarity with threat hunting techniques and tools. Mitre framework.

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 DevSecOps 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 CrowdStrike.

• Knowledge of incident response processes and procedures and experience with vulnerability management and penetration testing.