Azure AD and Cloud security specialist

Role: Security Specialist

Location: Offshore

Job Summary

• 10+ years of IT experience in IT Security
• This role requires a strong understanding of Microsoft Azure, Azure AD (Active Directory), PIM, PKI, and cloud security best practices. The candidate will work implement and manage security controls for cloud-based applications and systems.

Years of experience needed

• 10+ years of experience

Technical Skills:

Azure Cloud Management

• Lead and manage the implementation, and management of Azure cloud solutions.
• Administer and Manage Azure-based cloud solutions ensuring scalability, performance, and security.
• Administer and support Azure cloud environments, ensuring availability, security, and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy secure cloud applications and solutions.

Privileged Identity Management (PIM)

• Configure and manage Azure AD PIM to control, monitor, and audit privileged access within Azure environments.
• Implement Just-In-Time (JIT) access and approvals for administrative roles and resources.
• Manage and monitor privileged roles, access reviews, and ing for suspicious activities.
• Conduct periodic security reviews and audits to ensure compliance with organizational policies.

Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

• Implement, and maintain PKI solutions for the organization, including certificate authority management and the deployment of digital certificates.
• Manage the lifecycle of certificates for authentication, encryption, and signing.
• Integrate Azure AD and PKI solutions to strengthen security for identity management and access control.
• Troubleshoot PKI-related issues and ensure the security of communications and authentication protocols in the cloud.

Security and Compliance

• Ensure adherence to security policies and industry best practices in the management of privileged identities and PKI.
• Develop and implement strategies to prevent unauthorized access and mitigate security risks.
• Monitor and report on security incidents related to privileged identities and certificates.