Senior Engineer

Job Title: Senior Engineer - Cyber Security Team Scope: Cybersecurity, Privacy, & Compliance – Governance, Risk Management, Policy, Awareness, Posture Improvement, Resiliency, Recovery, Incident Response, After Action Report, MSSP Management About Us: VitalEdge is a leading organization in the technology industry, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to our clients. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and professional growth, making us a great place to work. Our company has been recognized for its excellence in technology and customer service, and we are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Job Summary: We are looking for a technically adept and proactive Senior Security Engineer with deep expertise in Azure cloud and network security. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a passion for automation and a strong grasp of modern security frameworks and practices. Responsibilities: - Design, implement, and manage secure cloud infrastructure on Azure. - Monitor and analyze network traffic for security threats and anomalies. - Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards. - Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scans. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security best practices are embedded across development and operations. - Stay current with the latest security trends, threat intelligence, and technologies. - Drive the implementation of automation solutions to strengthen security posture, including automated threat detection, response workflows, and compliance checks. - Develop and maintain Azure Automation runbooks for routine security operations and incident response. - Implement role-based access control (RBAC) and enforce the principle of least privilege across cloud resources. - Secure hybrid environments using Azure Hybrid Runbook Workers and Microsoft Entra ID-based authentication. - Ensure secure configuration of automation accounts, network isolation, and identity management in line with Microsoft’s cloud security benchmarks - Lead initiatives to migrate legacy security configurations (e.g., Run As accounts) to modern, identity-based models. - Participate in security incident response and root cause analysis and recommend preventive measures. Requirements: - Minimum of 9-10 years of relevant experience in security engineering or a related role. - Strong knowledge of Azure cloud services and security features. - Experience with network security, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and SIEM tools. - Hands-on experience with automation tools and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Azure Automation). - Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, and Microsoft Cloud Security Benchmark. - Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. - Excellent communication and collaboration skills. - Relevant certifications (e.g., AZ-500, CISSP, CISM, CEH) are a must. - Experience as part of CISO team is essential. Note: Please ensure experience is reviewed under total (total IT) + relevant (security domain) Why Join Us: · Opportunity to work with a talented and dedicated team. · Competitive salary and benefits package. · A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. · The chance to make a significant impact on the company's success and growth. · Opportunities for career advancement and professional development. · Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.