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Azure Solutions and Security Architect
Location
United States
Posted
121 days ago
Salary
$155K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Azure Solutions and Security Architect
Ascend Technologies
• Design and lead enterprise Azure solutions across compute, networking, identity, storage, logging, and monitoring. • Architect secure Azure landing zones and hybrid cloud environments aligned with Microsoft best practices and organizational standards. • Lead cloud migration and modernization initiatives from on-premises or legacy platforms to Azure. • Design and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM, Bicep, and/or Terraform. • Design and support CI/CD pipelines to enable automated, repeatable, and compliant infrastructure deployments. • Embed security-by-design and Zero Trust principles into all Azure architectures. • Design and implement Azure-native security controls, including Azure Policy, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, identity protection, and conditional access. • Perform cloud security posture reviews and environment readiness assessments. • Partner with infrastructure and operations teams to ensure secure operational handoff and long-term platform stability. • Serve as a senior advisor for cloud security and compliance initiatives aligned to ISO 27001, SOC 1/2, GDPR, TISAX, and similar regulatory frameworks. • Lead the interpretation, design, implementation, and operationalization of security and compliance controls within Azure environments. • Conduct compliance and risk gap assessments and translate regulatory requirements into Azure-native technical and operational controls. • Support audit readiness activities, including evidence preparation, control validation, and remediation planning. • Communicate compliance posture, risks, and remediation strategies to technical, operational, and executive stakeholders. • Serve as the Agile Product Owner for Azure infrastructure and security services. • Own and prioritize the product backlog, including infrastructure, security, and compliance epics and user stories. • Prioritize work based on business value, risk exposure, and regulatory requirements. • Develop and maintain Azure platform and security roadmaps. • Participate in Agile ceremonies including backlog refinement, sprint planning, and sprint reviews. • Ensure delivery teams execute consistently against defined architectural, security, and compliance standards. • Act as a trusted advisor to engineering teams, business leaders, and executive stakeholders. • Lead architecture reviews, security briefings, and compliance discussions. • Present complex technical and regulatory topics in clear, business-focused language. • Mentor engineers and architects on Azure architecture, security, and best practices. • Drive continuous improvement across cloud delivery, security posture, and operational processes.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 8+ years of experience in cloud architecture, infrastructure, or security roles.
- 8+ years of hands-on experience designing and delivering Azure solutions in enterprise environments.
- Proven experience working in Agile delivery environments; Product Owner or delivery leadership experience strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of Azure networking, identity (Entra ID), governance, and monitoring.
- Proven experience leading the interpretation, design, implementation, and operationalization of cloud security and compliance controls aligned to ISO 27001, SOC 1/2, GDPR, TISAX, and similar regulatory frameworks, including gap assessments, audit readiness, remediation efforts, and executive stakeholder communication.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance
- retirement savings options
- flexible time off (FTO)
- professional development opportunities
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