CloudSecurityEngineer

We are seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to join our IT operations team, focused on safeguarding our cloud infrastructure and strengthening our security posture. This role is responsible for day-to-day security operations, including threat monitoring, incident handling, and remediation, while continuously optimizing security controls and infrastructure. The position works closely with IT operations, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders to ensure security processes are proactive, efficient, and aligned with best practices across the environment. Key Responsibilities: * Implementing, managing, and monitoring Microsoft security technologies, including Microsoft Defender, Azure security services, and Microsoft 365 security solutions, to protect cloud and endpoint environments. * Administering Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) to ensure secure internet usage and controlled access to internal applications. * Developing, maintaining, and enforcing security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements, particularly within the financial services sector. * Working closely with compliance and risk teams to ensure that data is processed, stored, and protected in accordance with applicable regulations (e.g., GDPR, SOX, PCI DSS) and internal governance standards. * Leading and supporting security incident response activities, including threat detection, investigation, containment, and remediation, ensuring timely resolution and minimal business impact. * Conducting regular security assessments, audits, and control reviews to evaluate the effectiveness of existing security measures and identify opportunities for improvement. * Collaborating with external security providers to plan and execute red team exercises, and ensuring timely remediation of identified vulnerabilities and control gaps. * Coordinating with IT and development teams to ensure the secure design, implementation, and dep