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Defender Cloud Security & Governance Specialist

Tech Tandem IncUnited States🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 29, 2026

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Remote
Location
United States
Posted
21 hours ago

Job Description

Job Title: Cloud Security & Governance Specialist
Location: 100% Remote Role

Employment Type: W2 Contract (Only W2 candidates needed here, No C2C and sponsership)
Job Description:
Project Scope
  • Looking for someone who is proactive, takes initiative, and does not wait for direction to identify and address issues.
  • Approximately 70% hands-on work focused on vulnerability management.
  • Approximately 30% focused on documentation, policy management, compliance efforts, and audit readiness.
High-Level Individual Duties:
  • Vulnerability management, patching, matching sure secure store goes up, random cloud audits, checking access, checking policies, etc.
  • Manage and remediate security vulnerabilities across cloud environments.
  • Oversee patch management activities and ensure timely remediation of identified risks.
  • Maintain cloud security posture and monitor compliance with security standards.
  • Support cloud security audits and assessments.
  • Review user access controls and permissions.
  • Evaluate, update, and enforce security policies and procedures.
  • Assist with audit preparation and compliance documentation.
Must-Haves (Concepts & Tools):
  • Strong experience with vulnerability management tools such as Microsoft Defender, Wiz, or similar platforms.
  • Experience with patch management and remediation processes.
  • Strong documentation skills, including policy and procedure creation.
  • Experience supporting audit readiness and compliance initiatives.
What Will Win (formerly known as Nice-to-Haves ):
  • Experience with Zscaler
Soft Skill Requirements
  • Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
  • Proactive problem-solver who can work independently and drive initiatives forward.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.

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