The Server Team from one of our clients is looking for a Cloud Security Specialist who will collaborate with other engineers to develop, implement, and oversee cloud security solutions. This role focuses on ensuring the protection and compliance of our Azure Cloud and future micro service platforms, along with maintaining a secure, resilient cloud infrastructure. Task and responsibilitiesDevelop and enforce security policies, including infrastructure-as-code security controls, compliance checks, and monitoring solutionsConduct regular security assessments, penetration tests, and vulnerability scans in cloud environmentsDesign and manage role-based access control, network segmentation, and identity management to ensure secure, least-privilege accessWork with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate security best practices into CI/CD pipelinesMonitor cloud resources for security incidents, unauthorized access, and potential threats, and manage the response processStay up-to-date on new security threats and Azure security features, adapting the cloud security posture accordinglySupport governance and compliance efforts related to frameworks like GDPR, the Microsoft Cloud Security Benchmark, and internal security policiesCollaborate with the IT security team to ensure compliance with both cloud and corporate security standards Technical skillsProven extensive experience with security controls and frameworks, particularly for Microsoft Azure. Azure Security certification is highly desiredProficiency in using tools like HashiCorp TerraForm, Sentinel, or other policy-as-code frameworks for security enforcementExpertise in cloud-native security tools, including Azure Security Center, Azure Sentinel, and logging solutions for real-time threat detectionStrong background in network security, including the configuration of Firewalls, load balancers, Vnets, subnets, and routing for secure cloud operationsHands-on experience with monitoring and compliance tools to enforce security standards across infrastructure (e.G., Azure Monitor, Log Analytics)Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, including the automation of security checks in CI/CD pipelinesIn-depth knowledge of identity and access management, particularly Entra ID configurations and multi-factor authenticationSolid understanding of compliance requirements like GDPR for data protection in cloud environmentsScripting skills (e.G., PowerShell, Python) for automation of security tasks and custom reporting Non-technical skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent planning and organizational skills, with a focus on prioritizing security in cloud operationsAbility to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiencesAbility to work independently with a proactive, hands-on approach to cloud securityComfortable presenting security policies, risks, and mitigation strategies to management and stakeholdersFluent in English (knowledge of French, Dutch, and/or German is a plus)