Summary
Avanade is growing, and we seek motivated and engaged technology professionals to join our Managed Services team delivering continuous value to our client’s businesses.
We are seeking a Cloud Security Architect who is passionate about strengthening cloud security posture, governance, and compliance for enterprise clients. You will work closely with customers to deliver high-impact security assessments and architecture guidance within a consulting-led model.
Core to the Role
Assess the security posture of customer cloud workloads and environments to identify vulnerabilities and gaps.
Recommend and design security interventions aligned with best practices and compliance requirements.
Evaluate and strengthen configurations for Azure security services including Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, Key Vault, Entra ID, PIM, Azure Policy, Monitor, and Log Analytics.
Lead and facilitate security architecture workshops, risk assessments, and governance reviews with client teams.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between security, operations, and business objectives.
Conduct thorough security risk assessments and ensure mitigation strategies are implemented.
Drive continuous improvement of security processes and controls based on evolving threat landscapes.
Ensure adherence to industry frameworks and regulations such as NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, HIPAA, and GDPR.
About You
You are an experienced Cloud Security Architect with a strong background in Azure security, governance, and compliance. You have a proven ability to engage with customers, conduct security assessments, and deliver clear, actionable recommendations. Australian Citizenship required.
Professional Skillset
Knowledge of Azure security architecture and cloud-native security patterns.
Strong experience with security frameworks such as NIST CSF and ISO/IEC 27001.
Proficiency in vulnerability management, risk assessment, and compliance standards.
Hands-on experience with Microsoft security and governance services.
Experience conducting customer-facing security assessments and architecture reviews.
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Preferred Education and Experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in cloud security architecture within Azure environments.
Strong consulting experience with direct client engagement and workshop facilitation.
Experience working with compliance frameworks such as HIPAA, GDPR, and FedRAMP.
Experience with SIEM/SOAR tools and security orchestration.
Track record of delivering executive-level security recommendations.
Certifications
Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (Required)
ITIL Foundation Certification (Required)
Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (Preferred)
CISSP or equivalent security certification (Preferred)
Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (Preferred)
Why Avanade
Ongoing training and certification opportunities
Opportunity to work on high-impact client security engagements
Global collaboration and career development
Inclusive and high-performing culture
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