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Hastings Direct

Cloud Security Engineer

Hastings Direct

. Evaluate new security technologies and cloud services .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeLeicester • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing, implementing, and securing cloud environments, particularly within Microsoft Azure, while applying industry best practices for cloud security and regulatory compliance. Proficient in leveraging automation and security tools to maintain a secure cloud infrastructure and enhance decision-making through data analytics.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Azure Security Engineer CertificationCloud Security ImplementationGDPR Compliance KnowledgeAzure Kubernetes Service (AKS) ExperienceDevSecOps Methodologies Familiarity

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Hard Skills
Cloud SecurityNetwork SecurityIdentity and Access ManagementEncryptionSecure Coding PrinciplesMicrosoft Defender ToolsVulnerability ScanningSIEM PlatformsAzure DevOpsData Analytics
Soft Skills
Problem-SolvingCommunicationCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft AzureFirewallsIDS/IPSLoad BalancersApplication GatewaysProxiesM365EDRKQLPowerShell
Certifications & Qualifications
Azure Security EngineerCCSPCISSPCCSK
Industry Keywords
Cloud Security Best PracticesSecurity as CodeAgile Working PracticesRegulatory ComplianceMicroservices Architecture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AzureCloudFirewallsKubernetesMicroservicesPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Evaluate new security technologies and cloud services
  • Perform engineering work and security analysis to determine whether solutions should be pursued
  • Implement approved cloud security technologies and services
  • Develop cloud security solutions using Security as Code, cloud automation tooling, and industry best practices
  • Collaborate with Security Architects to define and own cloud security strategy
  • Maintain a continuously updated and secure cloud environment
  • Establish cloud security best practices
  • Develop, construct, and evaluate cloud-native services that provide guardrails for developers
  • Validate cloud solutions against enterprise security standards
  • Ensure cloud solutions are properly governed and delivered according to established guidelines
  • Apply agile working practices
  • Collaborate with engineering teams and strategic partners to release enterprise-class cloud services

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Relevant certifications such as Azure Security Engineer, CCSP, CISSP, or CCSK are highly desirable
  • Proven experience designing, implementing, and securing cloud environments, especially Microsoft Azure
  • Strong understanding of GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST, and related regulatory compliance requirements
  • Experience implementing security controls to meet regulatory requirements
  • In-depth knowledge of cloud security, network security, identity and access management, encryption, and secure coding principles
  • Hands-on experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and microservices architecture
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps methodologies and tools
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Defender security assessment tools, vulnerability scanning tools, and SIEM platforms
  • In-depth understanding of the Microsoft ecosystem, including Firewalls, IDS/IPS, Load Balancers, Application Gateways, Proxies, M365, EDR, and KQL
  • Familiarity with Microsoft ARM, BICEP, PowerShell, and Python scripting and automation
  • Track record designing, building, and deploying scalable, secure, and highly available Azure security infrastructures
  • Strong proficiency leveraging data and advanced analytics for decision-making and security improvement
  • Expertise using Azure DevOps for collaborative development and security solutions in code
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Candidates requiring sponsorship cannot be progressed
  • Successful candidates undergo credit and criminal record checks

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Attractive salary based on experience + car allowance
  • Annual pay reviews
  • Flexible and hybrid working approach
  • Annual 4Cs performance bonus
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Life assurance cover at 4x salary
  • Income protection
  • Pension contribution match up to 10%
  • Retailer and own-product discounts and cashback
  • Fee-free independent mortgage advice
  • Free financial wellbeing support
  • Thrive mental health app
  • 24/7 colleague assistance programme
  • In-house mental health first aiders
  • Support groups and dedicated mental health support team
  • 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Option to buy or sell one contracted week
  • Private healthcare
  • Dental plans
  • Discounted health assessments
  • Cycle-to-work scheme
  • Tech schemes
  • Discounted and free onsite facilities
  • Social events throughout the year
  • Training and development support
  • Recognition and rewards