Cloud Security Engineer

21 hours ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia SKL Technology Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Permanent Role - Cloud Security Engineer based in Upper North Shore.

Overview

The Cloud Security Engineer is responsible for the end-to-end management of the organisation's cloud infrastructure and security operations.

This stand-alone role combines cloud systems engineering with cybersecurity expertise, ensuring a secure, resilient, and compliant Azure cloud environment.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical depth in Microsoft Azure, M365, and Entra ID, alongside hands-on experience in threat hunting, vulnerability management, and application control.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain secure Azure cloud infrastructure and related services (IaaS, PaaS).
  • Manage and secure cloud-based servers, ensuring performance, scalability, and high availability.
  • Uplift and maintain controls aligned to the Essential 8 and other recognised security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, ISM).
  • Perform vulnerability scanning, assessment, and remediation using Tenable or equivalent tools.
  • Conduct threat hunting, incident investigation, and coordinate incident response and reporting activities.
  • Administer and optimise Sophos firewalls, ensuring secure and efficient network connectivity.
  • Implement and maintain security configurations across M365, Azure AD / Entra ID, and Sentinel.
  • Develop and maintain system documentation, network diagrams, and security policies.
  • Collaborate with the IT Operations & Security Manager to align cloud and security operations with organisational goals and compliance obligations.
  • Support automation and infrastructure-as-code initiatives using PowerShell or similar scripting tools.

Skills & Experience

  • Minimum 5+ years' experience in cloud systems engineering and/or cloud security roles.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including governance, compliance, and architecture.
  • Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining Essential 8 maturity model controls.
  • Expertise in vulnerability management and remediation using tools such as Tenable, Nessus, or Qualys.
  • Experience with Azure Sentinel for security monitoring and analytics.
  • In-depth understanding of M365, Entra ID (Azure AD), and endpoint security.
  • Experience managing and securing firewalls (Sophos preferred).
  • Knowledge of modern security frameworks (Essential 8, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, ISM).
  • Scripting and automation proficiency (PowerShell, Python or equivalent).
  • Proven experience in incident response, threat detection, and application control.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
  • Ability to operate effectively in a stand-alone engineering and security role.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
  • 5–10 years of IT and security experience.
  • Certifications preferred:
  • CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
  • CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional)
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate or equivalent.

Key Attributes

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and business teams.
  • High attention to detail with a proactive, investigative mindset.
  • Capable of operating independently while driving strategic security improvements.
  • Commitment to maintaining a secure, compliant, and continuously improving cloud environment.

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