Werfen North America · 23 hours ago
Cloud Security Engineer
Bedford, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$130K/yr - $160K/yr
3+ years expWerfen North America is a growing, family-owned company and a leader in specialized diagnostics. They are seeking a skilled Cloud Security Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain secure cloud infrastructure, primarily focusing on Microsoft Azure and the M365 ecosystem, while enhancing the organization's security posture.
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Responsibilities
Design, deploy, and manage secure cloud infrastructure (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) in Microsoft Azure, ensuring alignment with security best practices and architectural standards
Administer and secure the Microsoft 365 environment, including Entra ID, Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams, with a focus on implementing robust security configurations and policies
Implement, manage, and tune M365 security tools such as the Microsoft Defender suite, Purview Information Protection, and Microsoft Intune for endpoint management and data loss prevention
Utilize scripting languages, primarily PowerShell, to automate security tasks, compliance checks, reporting, and administrative routines within Azure and M365
Manage Identity and Access Management (IAM), including roles, permissions, and privileged access (PIM), enforcing the principle of least privilege across all cloud platforms
Configure and manage cloud networking components, such as Virtual Networks (VNETs), Network Security Groups (NSGs), and Azure Firewall to segment and protect network traffic
Monitor cloud environments for security threats, vulnerabilities, and misconfigurations, and collaborate with the Security Operations Center (SOC) during incident response
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud architecture, security configurations, and operational procedures to ensure clarity and business continuity
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
3-5 years of hands-on experience in a cloud engineering, systems administration, or cybersecurity role with a strong focus on cloud environments
Direct experience deploying and securing solutions in Microsoft Azure and M365 is required
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Azure services (IaaS and PaaS), including Virtual Machines, Storage, VNETs, and Azure App Services
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration and security features, particularly Entra ID, Defender for Cloud Apps, Defender for Endpoint, and Intune
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Azure Bicep, or ARM Templates
Proficiency in scripting languages for automation, with a strong preference for PowerShell
Solid understanding of cloud networking concepts, including VNETs, subnets, NSGs, VPNs, and firewalls
Strong knowledge of core cybersecurity principles: Identity and Access Management (IAM), encryption, logging, monitoring, and threat modeling
Experience with both Windows Server and Linux operating systems in a cloud context
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of explaining complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Preferred
Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500), Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator Associate (MS-500)) are highly desirable
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401k plan retirement benefits with an employer match
Paid vacation and sick leave
Company
Werfen North America
Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain.
Founded in 1959Bedford, Massachusetts, USA
1001-5000 employees
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