Cyber Focus AI is seeking an experienced Azure Security Engineer to operate and maintain Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Cloud, and Azure Firewall. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Azure networking and security frameworks. This is a fully remote position with a comprehensive benefits package.
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Cyber Focus AII's mission is to help cybersecurity professionals discover cutting-edge opportunities in their field. We are not a staffing firm or agency. Cyber Focus AI does not hire for these roles—we use advanced technology to locate and verify them from actual employers.
Employer Industry: Cybersecurity and IT Services
Why Consider This Job Opportunity
- Salary up to $101,200
- Fully remote position offering flexibility in work location
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within a global technology and professional services company
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans with company match
- Generous paid leave policies, including 15 days of paid leave and 10 paid holidays per year
- Support for work/life balance with flexible work weeks and additional paid family leave
- Operate and maintain Microsoft Sentinel for SIEM/SOAR, including rule tuning, analytics, and incident response playbooks
- Monitor and respond to alerts from Defender for Cloud, ensuring timely containment and remediation
- Execute vulnerability scanning and remediation, tracking Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) items
- Configure, monitor, and maintain Azure Firewall and Network Security Groups for boundary protection
- Support compliance efforts by gathering evidence for FedRAMP and HIPAA control validation
- Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of hands-on experience as an Azure Security Engineer, Administrator, or SOC Analyst
- Deep experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Cloud, and Azure Firewall
- Proven experience managing POA&M processes and vulnerability scanning
- Strong understanding of Azure networking, NSGs, and firewall rulesets
- Familiarity with FedRAMP, HIPAA, and NIST 800-53 frameworks
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (strongly preferred)
- Experience with Microsoft Purview and integrating Sentinel with Logic Apps for SOAR response
- Familiarity with Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates for secure configuration automation
- Background in healthcare or federal security operations
- Additional certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CCSP
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We are not the EOR (Employer of Record) for this position. Our role in this specific opportunity is to connect outstanding candidates with a top-tier employer.
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