Lead Azure Security Consultant - 100% remote

Lead Azure Security Consultant - 100% remote

Posted 7 days ago by Calance

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Summary: We are looking for a Lead Azure Security Consultant to lead an Azure Vulnerability Burn-Down initiative aimed at remediating identified vulnerabilities across Azure services by the end of 2026. The role involves prioritizing security issues, coordinating cross-functional teams, and reporting on progress to achieve security objectives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Azure security and vulnerability management. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development and execution of the Azure Vulnerability Burn-Down plan, focusing on remediating Wiz-identified vulnerabilities.
  • Prioritize security issues using risk assessment methodologies such as CVSS, EPSS, exploitability, and business criticality.
  • Utilize the Wiz Security Graph, Projects, and compliance dashboards to identify and address toxic combinations and vulnerabilities.
  • Manage the Azure Policy lifecycle and leverage Azure Resource Graph for effective security management.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely remediation of vulnerabilities and compliance with security standards.
  • Utilize Azure DevOps Boards for work tracking, maintaining burn-down dashboards, and integrating Wiz findings with Azure DevOps.
  • Ensure adherence to CIS Benchmarks for Azure, Windows Server, and Kubernetes to maintain high security standards.
  • Report progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders on the status of the vulnerability remediation efforts.

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience as a Security Consultant or similar role with a focus on Azure security.
  • Strong expertise in vulnerability management and remediation within Azure environments.
  • Experience with Wiz security tools and integration with Azure DevOps.
  • Proficiency in risk prioritization methodologies such as CVSS and EPSS.
  • Familiarity with Azure Policy lifecycle management and Azure Resource Graph.
  • Experience with Azure DevOps Boards for work tracking and integration.
  • Knowledge of CIS Benchmarks for Azure, Windows Server, and Kubernetes.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and coordination skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Salary (Rate): £85/hr

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Country: undetermined

Working Arrangements: remote

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Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job Title:
Lead Azure Security Consultant

Location:
Remote

Duration:
6-12 months

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Lead Azure Security Consultant to spearhead an Azure Vulnerability Burn-Down initiative. The primary goal of this effort is to remediate Wiz-identified vulnerabilities across Virtual Machines (VMs), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) by the end of 2026. The ideal candidate will lead the security remediation efforts, prioritize issues, coordinate cross-functional teams, and report on progress to ensure the successful achievement of our security objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development and execution of the Azure Vulnerability Burn-Down plan, focusing on remediating Wiz-identified vulnerabilities.
Prioritize security issues using risk assessment methodologies such as CVSS, EPSS, exploitability, and business criticality.
Utilize the Wiz Security Graph, Projects, and compliance dashboards to identify and address toxic combinations and vulnerabilities.
Manage the Azure Policy lifecycle and leverage Azure Resource Graph for effective security management.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely remediation of vulnerabilities and compliance with security standards.
Utilize Azure DevOps Boards for work tracking, maintaining burn-down dashboards, and integrating Wiz findings with Azure DevOps.
Ensure adherence to CIS Benchmarks for Azure, Windows Server, and Kubernetes to maintain high security standards.
Report progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders on the status of the vulnerability remediation efforts.

Qualifications:
Proven experience as a Security Consultant or similar role with a focus on Azure security.
Strong expertise in vulnerability management and remediation within Azure environments.
Experience with Wiz security tools and integration with Azure DevOps.
Proficiency in risk prioritization methodologies such as CVSS and EPSS.
Familiarity with Azure Policy lifecycle management and Azure Resource Graph.
Experience with Azure DevOps Boards for work tracking and integration.
Knowledge of CIS Benchmarks for Azure, Windows Server, and Kubernetes.
Excellent leadership, communication, and coordination skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

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