Job Description :
Role : Security Specialist
Location : Offshore
Job Summary :
- 10+ years of IT experience in IT Security
This role requires a strong understanding of Microsoft Azure, Azure AD (Active Directory), PIM, PKI, and cloud security best practices. The candidate will work implement and manage security controls for cloud-based applications and systems.
Years of experience needed :
10+ years of experienceTechnical Skills :
Azure Cloud Management :
Lead and manage the implementation, and management of Azure cloud solutions.Administer and Manage Azure-based cloud solutions ensuring scalability, performance, and security.Administer and support Azure cloud environments, ensuring availability, security, and compliance.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy secure cloud applications and solutions.Privileged Identity Management (PIM) :
Configure and manage Azure AD PIM to control, monitor, and audit privileged access within Azure environments.Implement Just-In-Time (JIT) access and approvals for administrative roles and resources.Manage and monitor privileged roles, access reviews, and ing for suspicious activities.Conduct periodic security reviews and audits to ensure compliance with organizational policies.Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) :
Implement, and maintain PKI solutions for the organization, including certificate authority management and the deployment of digital certificates.Manage the lifecycle of certificates for authentication, encryption, and signing.Integrate Azure AD and PKI solutions to strengthen security for identity management and access control.Troubleshoot PKI-related issues and ensure the security of communications and authentication protocols in the cloud.Security and Compliance :
Ensure adherence to security policies and industry best practices in the management of privileged identities and PKI.Develop and implement strategies to prevent unauthorized access and mitigate security risks.Monitor and report on security incidents related to privileged identities and certificates.Skills :
Strong experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services (e.g., Azure Active Directory, Azure Virtual Machines, Storage, Networking).Proven expertise with Azure AD Privileged Identity Management (PIM), including configuring and managing privileged access roles and access reviews.Experience with role-based access control (RBAC) and managing privileged identities in cloud environments.Knowledge of security best practices for cloud environments, with a focus on identity and access management (IAM).Experience in integrating PKI with cloud-based authentication solutions and enterprise applications.Education qualification :
Bachelor's degree preferably in Computer Science or Information Systems and / or equivalent formal training or work experience.Certifications Needed :
Certificates in relevant fields are added advantage.(ref : hirist.tech)