The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role. We are seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Security Architect to lead the design, implementation, and governance of security controls across our Azure cloud platform. This role requires a hands-on technical expert with deep experience in Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure-native security services, and enterprise platform security architecture. What you'll bring: Design and implement secure Azure cloud architectures aligned with security best practices and compliance requirements Lead implementation, configuration and optimisation of Microsoft Defender for Cloud Develop and enforce Azure security policies, standards, and guardrails Implement Zero Trust principles across Azure workloads Conduct threat modelling and architecture risk assessments Review and remediate security findings from Defender, vulnerability tools, and audits Collaborate with Operations teams to drive timely remediation of vulnerabilities Implement monitoring, logging, and incident response capabilities across Azure environments Support regulatory and compliance initiatives (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CIS benchmarks) Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams What you'll bring: Proven experience as a Cloud Security Architect within Microsoft Azure environments Strong hands-on expertise with Microsoft Defender for Cloud Deep understanding of Azure security services including: Azure AD / Entra ID Azure Policy Key Vault NSGs / Firewalls Sentinel RBAC xehkeey and Privileged Identity Management

Experience designing and implementing platform security architecture Strong knowledge of cloud security frameworks and best practices Experience working closely with Operations teams on remediation activities Solid understanding of DevSecOps principles Ability to translate security requirements into technical designs Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates