Senior Security Engineer | Azure & Network Security

Senior Security Engineer | Azure & Network Security

Client Locations: San Francisco, CA, West Los Angeles, CA, San Diego, CA, Birmingham, AL, Tampa, FL
Work Mode: Hybrid (3 days per week)
Duration: Long-term Contract role (Potential C2H)

We are looking for a Senior Security Engineer with strong Network Security and Information Security experience to perform security assessments and evaluate security architecture across on-premises and Azure cloud environments.

What You ll Do:

• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability assessments, scanning, and penetration testing across network and cloud environments.
• Assess network architecture, firewalls, security controls, and Azure security configurations.
• Work with IT, DevOps, Application Development, and Enterprise Architecture teams to identify and remediate vulnerabilities.
• Review and enhance Azure security using Azure Firewall, Network Security Groups (NSG), Azure Gateway, Defender/Security Center, and Key Vault.
• Integrate security controls and automated security testing into CI/CD pipelines.
• Apply IAM, data protection, secure connectivity, SSDLC, and DevSecOps practices.
• Develop security standards and policies aligned with NIST, CIS Benchmarks, and OWASP.
• Prepare security assessment reports and communicate findings to technical and business stakeholders.

Required:

• 5+ years of Network Security / Information Security experience
• Hands-on experience with on-premises and Azure environments
• Strong network security and security architecture knowledge
• Experience with manual & automated security testing, vulnerability assessment, and penetration testing
• Knowledge of Azure Firewall, NSGs, Defender/Security Center, Key Vault, and Azure networking
• Familiarity with DevSecOps / SSDLC / CI/CD security
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field

Preferred Certifications: CISSP, CCSP, CEH, Azure Security Engineer Associate

Ideal Background: Network Security Engineer, Security Engineer, Network Engineer, or Systems Engineer with strong networking, security, and Azure experience.

If you're passionate about network security, security architecture, and cloud security, we'd like to connect.