Cloud Security Specialist | Hybrid Set Up with HMO on Day 1

THIS ROLE

The Cloud Security Specialist is responsible for ensuring the security of cloud-based systems applications and data. This role involves implementing security best practices monitoring for threats and collaborating with IT and security teams to safeguard cloud environments. The specialist will work closely with architects engineers and analysts to ensure compliance with security frameworks and industry standards. Candidate should have strong understanding of Microsoft Azure technologies and especially the one related to Information Security.

WHAT YOU WILL DO 

• You design and implement security controls across cloud environments with a focus on Microsoft Azure. You leverage Microsoft Defender for Cloud including Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) and Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) to protect infrastructure applications and data.
• You monitor cloud environments for security threats investigate alerts and coordinate incident response efforts. You utilize Microsoft XDR Defender for Endpoint and Defender for Identity to ensure timely detection and resolution of incidents.
• You enforce strong identity and access management policies across cloud platforms. You apply Conditional Access strategies manage identities through Entra ID and integrate Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions.
• You assess cloud environments for vulnerabilities and model potential threats. You use Microsoft Defender for Vulnerability Management to identify risks and collaborate with teams to implement effective mitigations. You stay informed on emerging attack techniques and apply threat intelligence to strengthen defenses.
• You collaborate with IT and DevOps teams to integrate DevSecOps and Zero Trust principles into the application lifecycle ensuring security is embedded from development through deployment.
• You implement data protection strategies including encryption and classification using Microsoft Purview to safeguard sensitive information across cloud platforms.
• You ensure cloud security practices align with industry standards and regulatory frameworks such as ISO 27001 NIST and DORA. You support compliance initiatives and contribute to governance programs.
• You provide training and guidance to technical and non-technical teams promoting secure cloud practices and fostering a culture of security awareness across the organization.

WHAT WE OFFER

•  Competitive compensation and benefits including allowances government-mandated benefits 13th month pay and performance-based bonuses
• Health and wellness support HMO coverage from Day 1 (with dependents) life and accident insurance mental health support and medical allowances
• Leave benefits generous paid time off special leave types and observance of all Philippine holidays
• Hybrid work setup and tools company-issued laptop work-from-home kit and flexibility after initial onboarding
• Learning and growth opportunities access to training annual salary reviews internal mobility and performance rewards

Qualifications :

ABOUT YOU 

Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Cybersecurity Computer Science or a related field.

Experience: 3 years in cloud security security operations or related roles.

• Proven experience in cloud security with a strong focus on Azure.
• Deep knowledge of Azure security services (Azure AD Defender for Cloud Entra etc.).
• Familiarity with cloud security frameworks (CIS CSA CCM NIST etc.).

Technical Skills: Strong understanding of cloud security principles network security IAM and security tools like CSPM and SIEM.

Certifications (not mandatory): SC-200 SC-900 AZ-500 or any relevant certification

Additional Information :

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT 

Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining long-term relationships with all our stakeholders including our employees clients and local communities while also reducing our impact on our natural environment. 

There is always more we can and should do to improve whether in relation to our people our clients our planet or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. Were committed to fostering an inclusive equitable and diverse culture for our people led by our Diversity Equity and Inclusion steering committee. 

Our learning and development programmes and systems (including PowerU and MyCampus) enable us to invest in growing our employees careers while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to their colleagues. We want to empower our 5800 employees - from 94 nationalities across 25 countries - to each achieve their IQ-EQ Launchpad we support women managers launching their first fund in an environment where only 15% of all private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced. 

Were committed to growing relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients sustainability and success leads to our sustainability and success. Were emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time