Senior Cloud Security Specialist (Azure & AWS)

About the role

A leading cybersecurity and digital risk management company is hiring a Senior Cloud Security Specialist through its recruitment partner, Code.Career. The specialist designs and manages cloud security across Azure and AWS, working with clients to protect their digital infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement cloud security strategies for Azure and AWS aligned with business objectives and compliance requirements.
• Design, configure and manage Azure Sentinel environments, including custom playbooks, queries and dashboards, and use Azure Security Center, Entra ID Identity Protection and Key Vault.
• Build AWS security frameworks using Security Hub, GuardDuty, IAM, CloudTrail, Config and Inspector, plus automated workflows.
• Run security assessments and gap analyses, then recommend remediation.
• Help define and document security policies and standards.
• Create incident response plans and coordinate rapid detection and remediation using Sentinel, CloudWatch and AWS Config rules.
• Train and mentor IT teams, write documentation and generate regular security reports.
• Integrate security solutions across cloud environments and collaborate with cloud administrators, developers and compliance officers.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Proven experience as a security architect covering both Azure (including Sentinel) and AWS.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR and HIPAA.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, problem-solving and analytical skills.

Required skills

• Azure certifications such as Azure Security Engineer Associate or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• AWS certifications such as AWS Security Specialty or AWS Solutions Architect Professional (or equivalent).
• Scripting and automation with PowerShell for Azure and Python/CLI for AWS.
• Nice to have: IaC tools such as Terraform or Azure Bicep, DevSecOps and CI/CD integration, and container security (Docker, Kubernetes).

What we offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional development opportunities and certifications.
• Flexible work schedule and semi-remote work options.