Cloud Security Engineer – SC Cleared

Cloud Bridge

. Design, build and secure the client’s Microsoft Azure cloud platform .

Posted 10/7/2026contractLarkhill • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £475 per dayWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and securing Microsoft Azure cloud platforms, implementing Azure landing zones, and applying security controls in compliance with best practices. Proficient in Infrastructure as Code and automation to ensure scalable and secure cloud environments.

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Microsoft Azure Security EngineeringAzure Landing ZonesInfrastructure as CodeCloud GovernanceSecure by Design Principles

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Hard Skills

Microsoft AzureAzure Identity ManagementSecurity Controls ImplementationNetworking and Integration ServicesAzure FirewallEncryption and Key VaultMicrosoft Defender for CloudAzure PolicyAzure API ManagementAzure Integration Services

Soft Skills

Technical CommunicationStakeholder EngagementDocumentation

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft SentinelAzure DevOpsGitHub ActionsTerraformBicep

Certifications & Qualifications

Microsoft Azure Security CertificationMicrosoft Azure Architecture CertificationCurrent SC Clearance

Industry Keywords

DefenceGovernmentRegulated EnvironmentsCloud Security Best PracticesPrivileged Access Security

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber SecurityTerraformVault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build and secure the client’s Microsoft Azure cloud platform
Embed security into the cloud foundation from day one
Design and implement secure Azure landing zones, governance controls, identity solutions, networking and integration services
Translate security requirements and architectural principles into practical technical controls
Ensure security is built into the platform rather than applied retrospectively
Work closely with Architecture, Infrastructure, Cyber Security and delivery teams
Enable future workloads to be deployed safely and consistently
Deliver secure, scalable and operational Azure environments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant hands-on experience engineering and securing Microsoft Azure environments
Proven experience delivering Azure landing zones and cloud foundation capabilities
Strong background in Azure identity, access management and cloud governance
Experience implementing security controls across networking, workloads and integration services
Practical experience with Infrastructure as Code, automation and cloud deployment pipelines
Experience applying Secure by Design principles and cloud security best practices
Ability to work closely with architects, engineers and security teams to deliver secure cloud services
Strong documentation, stakeholder engagement and technical communication skills
Microsoft Azure security or architecture certifications desirable
Experience within Defence, Government or highly regulated environments desirable
Knowledge of Microsoft Sentinel, CAF/Landing Zones and Azure monitoring solutions desirable
Current SC Clearance
Microsoft Azure security engineering
Azure Landing Zones and Hub-and-Spoke Architecture
Secure by Design principles
Cloud governance, security controls and guardrails
Microsoft Entra ID, RBAC, PIM, Conditional Access and MFA
Privileged access and identity security
Azure Firewall, NSGs and network segmentation
Secure hybrid connectivity
Encryption, Key Vault and secrets management
Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Security monitoring, logging and vulnerability remediation
Azure Policy and compliance controls
Azure API Management
Azure Integration Services, including Logic Apps, Functions, Service Bus and Event Grid
Infrastructure as Code using Terraform or Bicep
Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions