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What we are expecting from you (i.e. the qualifications you must have): - Azure Administrator (AZ-104) or Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500) - Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of applicable experience or 7+ years of applicable experience. - CompTIA Security+ certification or must be obtained with 6 months of hire date. - Experience deploying and utilizing Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Security Center - Proven track record of designing and/or implementing scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud-based solutions. - Azure platform expertise (Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Networking, VPN, Azure Policies, Log Analytics, Azure Monitor & Alerts, Azure Backup) - Knowledge of virtualization and containerization technologies (VMware, Docker, Kubernetes) - Must be able to work both independently and as part of a geographically dispersed team with little supervision and guidance. - Ability to make use of provided resources and seek guidance as needed. - Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. - A well organized, self-directed, detail and process-oriented individual. - Ability to investigate problems or malfunctions and find solutions or corrective actions. - Ability to work directly with customers to gather requirements and to resolve problems. - Ability to keep abreast of changing software technology. Preferred Experience: - 3-5 years of experience deploying and administering security resources in an Azure Environment - 2-3 years of experience designing Virtual Networking Solutions - 2-3 years of experience designing and deploying IPSec based Site to Site Connectivity solutions - Knowledge of different deployment strategies (cloud, on-premise, hybrid). - Understanding of Azure Virtual Networking (ExpressRoute). - Experience configuring Azure Log Analytics, Azure Monitor and Alerts, Azure Policies, Azure Backup, Azure Key Vaults, Azure Virtual Machines. - Experience with PowerShell / Azure CLI. - Experience with FedRAMP Authorization processes is a plus. Key Responsibilities - Monitor and respond to security incidents using Azure Sentinel, Log Analytics, and other monitoring tools. - Design, implement, and manage Azure infrastructure, including virtual machines, storage, databases, and networking. - Implement and manage Azure security measures, including identity management, access controls, and monitoring. - Develop and deploy cloud-based applications using Azure services, such as Logic Apps. - Migrate existing on-premises applications to the cloud, ensuring minimal disruption to users. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost savings, improved performance, and enhanced security. - Stay up-to-date with new Azure features and services, and apply knowledge to improve existing solutions. - Support and manage Active Directory, Microsoft Entra Connect, and Microsoft Entra ID to ensure seamless identity and access management across hybrid environments

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