Security Architect - Azure Focused Contract

Security Architect - Azure Focused Contract

Posted 1 day ago by Opus Recruitment Solutions Ltd

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£650 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, UK
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Cloud Computing Cloud Security Strategy Cloud Technology Cyber Incident Response DevOps Identity And Access Management Management Management Process Microsoft 365 Microsoft Azure Network Security Security Strategies Stakeholder Engagement Stakeholder Management Threat Modeling Vulnerability Vulnerability Management

Summary: We're looking for a Security Architect with extensive experience in Microsoft Azure to enhance cloud security strategies within a dynamic enterprise setting. The role involves designing secure architectures, leading security assessments, and collaborating with various teams to implement best practices. The position is hybrid, requiring 2-3 days in the office, and is classified as inside IR35. The day rate for this contract role is £650.

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 (eg, Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Entra ID).
  • Support incident response and vulnerability management processes.

Key Skills:

  • Minimum 5 years' experience as a Security Architect, with a strong focus on Azure environments.
  • Deep understanding of cloud security frameworks (eg, 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.

Salary (Rate): £650 daily

City: Gloucester

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Security Architect - Azure Focused | Contract | Inside IR35
Day Rate - £650/day Inside
Hybrid - 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 (eg, 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 (eg, 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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