Cloud Security Engineer

Are you ready to shape the future of cloud security for a major organisation?

As part of this evolution, theyve launched a brand-new Cloud Centre of Excellence and were on the hunt for a Cloud Security Engineer to be at the heart of this strategic initiative.

This is a pivotal role where youll blend hands-on technical expertise with forward-looking strategy to design and implement enterprise-grade cloud security solutions on a self-service cloud platform. Youll be part of a high-impact team working cross-functionally to enable secure innovation across the Group.

Youll be:

• Leading the design and implementation of secure cloud services (primarily Azure) within a self-service model.
• Acting as the cloud security SME, embedding security principles across compute, storage, networking, RBAC, and containerised environments.
• Building scalable, compliant solutions using Security-as-Code, Terraform, and native cloud tooling.
• Collaborating closely with delivery teams and representing Group Information Security (GIS) to ensure security is woven into every layer of the cloud ecosystem.
• Driving the DevSecOps mindset and ensuring integration with Group-level security processes such as monitoring, alerting, and incident response.

Youll bring:

• Proven experience in cloud security engineering within an enterprise setting, preferably on Microsoft Azure.
• Solid background in foundational security design from identity and access management to secure networking, container platforms (Kubernetes / AKS), and infrastructure protection.
• Hands-on knowledge of DevSecOps, IaC (Terraform), CI/CD pipelines, and tools like Veracode, Trivy, and Checkov.
• Familiarity with standards such as CIS, NIST, GDPR, ISO and frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.
• Strong programming / scripting skills (Python, Go, Groovy) with a clean, secure coding ethos.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Expert in Azure cloud security services (Defender for Cloud, Azure Sentinel, Key Vault, APIM)
• Strong advocate of Zero Trust models and secure development practices
• Experienced in SIEM & SOAR, ideally with tools like Rapid7
• Excellent communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
• Passionate about cloud innovation and continuous security improvement
• Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate or AWS equivalent
• Cyber Essentials / NCSC certification (or similar)

Why Join?

• Be part of a high-profile modernisation programme at a critical juncture
• Join a newly formed Cloud Centre of Excellence and shape its future
• Enjoy a collaborative, agile work environment with true cross-team impact
• Access cutting-edge tools and technologies in a cloud-first organisation
• Benefit from a flexible working model, comprehensive training, and career growth

This is a rare opportunity to step into a transformative role with influence, autonomy, and cutting-edge challenges. If youre a passionate cloud security professional ready to drive real change, we'd love to hear from you. Please a pply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Hybrid working, office in West Midlands or South East.

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