At a Glance
- Tasks: Strengthen Azure cloud security and manage complex environments.
- Company: Join a leading enterprise tech provider in Canberra.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, inclusive culture, and impactful work.
- Other info: Collaborative team with opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in cloud security for the Federal Government.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in cloud security with Azure expertise.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Canberra, ACT | NV1|Contract Opportunity
Emanate Technology is partnering with a leading enterprise technology provider supporting a major Federal Government environment to recruit an experienced Cloud Security Architect.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing cloud and security team responsible for securing and enhancing large-scale Azure environments while driving the evolution of cloud security capabilities.
The Opportunity
You will play a key role in strengthening Azure cloud security posture across complex environments, supporting the management and optimisation of modern Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) and Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) capabilities.
Working alongside platform, engineering, security and application teams, you'll help identify, assess and remediate cloud security risks while contributing to ongoing security governance and architecture initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor, investigate and remediate Azure security findings using CSPM and CNAPP technologies.
- Conduct security reviews and configuration assessments across Azure services.
- Assess cloud architectures against security, governance and compliance requirements.
- Develop and maintain cloud security standards, policies, guardrails and architectural roadmaps.
- Collaborate with engineering and platform teams to implement secure-by-design cloud solutions.
- Drive remediation activities for identified vulnerabilities and security risks.
- Provide technical advice and guidance on Azure security best practices.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, automation opportunities and operational efficiencies.
- Stay current with emerging cloud technologies, threats and security trends.
- Cloud Security Architect (Azure)
Canberra, ACT | NV1|Contract Opportunity
Emanate Technology is partnering with a leading enterprise technology provider supporting a major Federal Government environment to recruit an experienced Cloud Security Architect.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing cloud and security team responsible for securing and enhancing large-scale Azure environments while driving the evolution of cloud security capabilities.
The Opportunity
You will play a key role in strengthening Azure cloud security posture across complex environments, supporting the management and optimisation of modern Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) and Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) capabilities.
Working alongside platform, engineering, security and application teams, you'll help identify, assess and remediate cloud security risks while contributing to ongoing security governance and architecture initiatives.
About You
You will bring strong hands-on Azure security experience combined with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.
Essential Experience
- 5+ years' experience in cloud security, cyber security operations or cloud architecture.
- Proven experience securing enterprise-scale Microsoft Azure environments.
- Strong knowledge of Azure security services and controls.
- Experience with CSPM and CNAPP platforms such as
- Prisma Cloud or
Cortex Cloud .
- Experience investigating and remediating cloud security risks and vulnerabilities.
- Strong understanding of threat modelling, threat hunting, incident response and vulnerability management.
- Experience with scripting and automation technologies including Power Shell, Azure CLI or KQL.
- Knowledge of secure CI/CD practices and Infrastructure as Code (Ia C) security principles.
- Technical Skills
- Microsoft Azure
- Entra ID
- Microsoft Defender for Cloud
- Microsoft Sentinel
- Azure Policy
- Azure Dev Ops
- CSPM / CNAPP platforms
- Cloud governance and compliance frameworks
- Security automation and scripting
- Highly Regarded
- Experience within a Security Operations Centre (SOC).
- Exposure to cloud governance, risk and compliance activities.
- Knowledge of ACSC ISM, Essential Eight, CIS Benchmarks and DTA security patterns.
• Relevant certifications such as
- AZ-500 Azure Security Engineer
- Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- CISSP
- CISM
- CCSP
- Security Clearance
- Applicants must hold a current NV1 Security Clearance
Why Apply?
This role offers the opportunity to work within a highly regarded Federal Government program, influence cloud security outcomes at scale, and contribute to major cloud transformation and security uplift initiatives.
You'll join a collaborative team environment where your expertise will have a direct impact on security posture, governance and operational resilience.
We are an inclusive employer committed to fostering a diverse and accessible workplace.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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Cloud Cyber Security Analyst in Canberra employer: Emanate Technology
Emanate Technology is an exceptional employer, offering a long-term federal government contract that provides job security and the chance to work on enterprise-scale Azure integration projects. With flexible hybrid working arrangements and a commitment to inclusivity, employees thrive in a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and collaboration within a high-performing team. This role not only allows for meaningful contributions to critical systems but also encourages continuous improvement and innovation in a modern Microsoft cloud setting.
