Implement and maintain Azure Policy assignments and initiatives to enforce security baselines and organizational standards
Assist with configuration and operation of Azure security services, including Azure Firewall, Network Security Groups (NSGs), Key Vault, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Monitor Azure security posture and remediate policy non-compliance under guidance from senior engineers
Support cloud application security controls using Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (MDCA)
Support Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) security configurations, including Conditional Access policies, access reviews, and role assignments
Assist with Privileged Identity Management (PIM) administration and access governance workflows
Assist with deployment and maintenance of Microsoft Intune security policies, including device compliance and configuration profiles
Support Azure-native network security configurations (NSGs, Private Endpoints, VNets)
Assist with firewall rule implementation and validation for Palo Alto Networks and cloud-based security service
Support security incident investigations by gathering logs, validating configurations, and assisting with remediation
Other duties as assigned.

4+ years of experience in cybersecurity, cloud security, or security engineering roles
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and foundational Azure security services
Experience in Azure Policy and Azure resource security, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Intune
Experience in a regulated environment (insurance, financial services, healthcare) preferred
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
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Azure Security Engineer

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