Walker Elliott
Senior Cloud Security Engineer - Houston, TX (Hybrid)
Our client is seeking a
hands-on Senior Cloud Security Engineer
to strengthen the security of their systems, data, and infrastructure across cloud and hybrid environments. This role is ideal for someone with strong expertise in
Azure security, data protection, IAM, and DevSecOps
who enjoys solving complex security challenges in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead security efforts across Azure and on-prem systems, ensuring compliance with NIST, SOC 2, and CIS standards.
• Design and enforce
identity & access management
(Azure AD/Entra ID, RBAC, PIM).
• Implement
data protection controls
including encryption, DLP, and governance.
• Secure cloud workloads (VMs, containers, serverless) with WAFs, firewalls, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud.
• Integrate security into
CI/CD pipelines
and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Bicep).
• Monitor, detect, and respond to threats using SIEM/XDR tools (Sentinel, Defender).
• Support audits, risk assessments, and continuous security posture improvements.
Qualifications:
• 5+ years in cloud or security engineering.
• Strong background in
Azure, Microsoft 365, IAM, and cloud-native security tools .
• Hands-on experience with
Palo Alto,
WAFs, firewalls, and security automation .
• Familiarity with scripting (PowerShell, Python, or Bash).
• Knowledge of frameworks like
NIST, SOC 2, CIS
and secure coding practices.
Additional Details:
• Candidates must be local to the Houston, TX area.
• Hybrid work schedule with required onsite presence.
• Excellent opportunity to make an impact securing modern, cloud-first environments.
Do not apply unless you are authorized to work in the United States for any employer as client company cannot sponsor or transfer visas at this time.
Walker Elliott is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For additional information, please email your resume to resumes@walker-elliott.com or apply online.
Our client is seeking a
hands-on Senior Cloud Security Engineer
to strengthen the security of their systems, data, and infrastructure across cloud and hybrid environments. This role is ideal for someone with strong expertise in
Azure security, data protection, IAM, and DevSecOps
who enjoys solving complex security challenges in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead security efforts across Azure and on-prem systems, ensuring compliance with NIST, SOC 2, and CIS standards.
• Design and enforce
identity & access management
(Azure AD/Entra ID, RBAC, PIM).
• Implement
data protection controls
including encryption, DLP, and governance.
• Secure cloud workloads (VMs, containers, serverless) with WAFs, firewalls, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud.
• Integrate security into
CI/CD pipelines
and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Bicep).
• Monitor, detect, and respond to threats using SIEM/XDR tools (Sentinel, Defender).
• Support audits, risk assessments, and continuous security posture improvements.
Qualifications:
• 5+ years in cloud or security engineering.
• Strong background in
Azure, Microsoft 365, IAM, and cloud-native security tools .
• Hands-on experience with
Palo Alto,
WAFs, firewalls, and security automation .
• Familiarity with scripting (PowerShell, Python, or Bash).
• Knowledge of frameworks like
NIST, SOC 2, CIS
and secure coding practices.
Additional Details:
• Candidates must be local to the Houston, TX area.
• Hybrid work schedule with required onsite presence.
• Excellent opportunity to make an impact securing modern, cloud-first environments.
Do not apply unless you are authorized to work in the United States for any employer as client company cannot sponsor or transfer visas at this time.
Walker Elliott is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For additional information, please email your resume to resumes@walker-elliott.com or apply online.