Senior Azure Security Engineer

About Us:   If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner.  We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges.     Position Overview:   The Senior Azure Security Engineer will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and managing the security of the Chamber’s Azure cloud environment. This position requires a highly skilled professional with expertise in Azure security tools, processes, and architecture. The ideal candidate will work across IT and the business teams to ensure that the Chamber’s cloud infrastructure is secure, scalable, and aligned with or ahead of industry best practices.    Responsibilities:   Design, implement, and manage security solutions for the Chamber’s Azure cloud environment.  Build and improve upon capabilities in Microsoft Sentinel, Entra, and Defender to promote the overall security of the organization.  Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures for Azure-based systems and applications.  Develop monitoring systems and respond to security alerts, vulnerabilities, and threats within the Microsoft 365 cloud and Azure environment using tools such as Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Sentinel, and other security platforms.  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security best practices into cloud architecture and application development processes.  Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and risk analysis to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.  Manage identity and access management (IAM) within Azure, including Azure Active Directory, role-based access control (RBAC), multifactor authentication (MFA), and passwordless security solutions.  Stay up to date on the latest Azure security features, tools, and industry trends to continuously improve the Chamber’s cloud security posture.  Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members and other stakeholders.  Prepare and present security reports, metrics, and recommendations to leadership.      Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field or equivalent experience. 5 years of experience in cloud security engineering, with a focus on Microsoft Azure.  Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 Cloud and Azure security tools, including Azure Security Center, Azure Sentinel, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud.  Experience with compliance frameworks such as NIST.  Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Python, or similar languages.  Hands-on experience within IAM in Azure, including Azure AD, RBAC, and MFA.  Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.  Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, CISSP, or CCSP are highly preferred.  The salary range for this position is $173,774.00 - $200,000.00. The actual salary paid for this position will vary based on market data, an applicant’s qualifications, relevant degrees, certifications, and other factors. Our full-time employees are eligible for benefits, including health care, vision, dental, retirement, and paid leave.     We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Our talent acquisition and employment policies are inclusive. We respect both the spirit and letter of the laws of equal employment opportunity.

Salary : $173,774 - $200,000