Senior Cloud Security Specialist

  • Australia
  • Melbourne
  • Permanent
  • AU$190000 - AU$220000 per annum + Attractive package and bonus

Are you passionate about cloud security and ready to make a significant impact across enterprise technology platforms? We’re looking for an experienced Senior Cloud Security Specialist to join our team and help secure the future of our cloud-based environments.

In this key role, you’ll be instrumental in designing, reviewing, and implementing cutting-edge security controls across projects, initiatives, and daily operations. With deep expertise in Microsoft Azure, you will play a central role in enhancing our organisation’s cloud security posture while ensuring alignment with broader architecture and infrastructure strategies.

What You’ll Do

Your key responsibilities will include:

System Management & Oversight

  • Microsoft Entra ID: Manage identity and access controls, MFA, SSO, and service principal integration across hybrid environments.
  • Microsoft Purview: Lead implementation and support of Insider Risk Management and data governance capabilities.
  • Microsoft Sentinel: Optimise and configure for centralised security monitoring; develop detection rules and automate compliance workflows.
  • Cloud Security Posture: Collaborate with Cloud Operations to define and implement security standard enhancements across cloud platforms.

Consultation and Support

  • Provide expert guidance to technology teams on cloud security best practices across projects.
  • Assist in the development of documentation and architectural diagrams related to security tools and environments.

Research & Evaluation

  • Keep up to date with developments in Microsoft’s security toolsets.
  • Conduct research to support continuous improvement and future technology security initiatives.

Continuous Security Improvement

  • Identify opportunities for improving tools and processes.
  • Support the transition of security initiatives from pilot to operational, including SOP development.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in cloud security, particularly across Microsoft Entra ID, Defender XDR, Purview, and Sentinel.
  • Strong understanding of SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS security principles.
  • Familiarity with identity management, threat detection, and security automation.
  • Expertise in Microsoft Log Analytics for monitoring, alerting, and reporting.
  • Experience working within or for a Federal Government agency.
  • Knowledge of ASD Information Security Manual and Essential Eight practices.

Desirable

  • Exposure to Cloud Security Posture Management tools such as Microsoft Defender for Cloud or Qualys CSPM.
  • Previous experience in security architecture roles.

Qualifications

  • A relevant industry certification in information security and/or cloud specialisation (e.g. AZ-500, CISSP, CCSP, or similar).

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