Job Description

Job Title: Azure Security Architect

Job Location: Abu Dhabi

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive security architectures for Azure-based solutions, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of client data.
• Lead security assessments and risk analysis of Azure environments, identifying vulnerabilities, threats, and potential security breaches.
• Design and implement security controls and measures to protect Azure resources, including identity and access management, network security, and data encryption.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to embed security practices into the entire software development lifecycle.
• Define and enforce Azure security policies, standards, and guidelines, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and client requirements.
• Stay up to date with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices, and provide recommendations for enhancing Azure security.
• Maintain documentation of security architectures, configurations, and incident response procedures for future reference.

Education & experience:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field.
• Certifications: Necessary certifications in Azure security and related domains
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in designing and implementing Azure security solutions.
• At least 4 years of recent experience in a senior position at a leading consulting firm or system integration company.
• Expert knowledge of Azure security services and features, including Azure Active Directory, Azure Security Center, Azure Sentinel, and Azure Key Vault.
• In-depth understanding of security frameworks, standards, and regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
• Strong experience with identity and access management, network security, data protection, and threat detection in Azure environments.
• Proven experience in conducting security assessments, audits, and incident response activities.
• Excellent knowledge of security best practices and emerging trends in cloud security.
• Azure certifications such as Azure Security Engineer Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or similar are required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients.