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Security Architect - Azure Focused Contract

Opus Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Posted a month ago, valid for 5 days
Location

Gloucester, Gloucestershire GL12EH, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for a highly skilled Security Architect with a focus on Microsoft Azure for a contract position inside IR35.
  • The role offers a day rate of £650 and requires a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Security Architect.
  • Key responsibilities include designing secure Azure architectures, leading threat modeling, and collaborating with various teams to enforce security best practices.
  • Candidates should have a deep understanding of cloud security frameworks and hands-on experience with the Microsoft security stack.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and documentation skills are essential for this position.
Security Architect – Azure Focused |Contract | Inside IR35Day Rate - £650/day InsideHybrid - 2/3 days in the office About the Role: We’re seeking a highly skilled Security Architect with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure to join a dynamic enterprise environment. You’ll play a critical role in shaping and securing cloud-first strategies, ensuring robust architecture and compliance across a complex digital estate.Key Responsibilities
  • Design and implement secure Azure architectures aligned with business and regulatory requirements.
  • Lead threat modelling, risk assessments, and security reviews across cloud and hybrid environments.
  • Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and compliance teams to embed security best practices.
  • Define and enforce security policies, standards, and governance frameworks.
  • Evaluate and integrate security tools (e.g., Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Entra ID).
  • Support incident response and vulnerability management processes.
Essential Skills
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Security Architect, with a strong focus on Azure environments.
  • Deep understanding of cloud security frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001).
  • Hands-on experience with the Microsoft security stack (Defender, Sentinel, Entra, Purview).
  • Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture, identity and access management, and network security.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and documentation skills.
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