DLB Associates · 2 days ago
Senior Cloud Security Architect
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expDLB Associates is a company that helps organizations navigate the complex landscape of technology solutions. They are seeking a visionary Senior Cloud Security Architect to shape and secure their Microsoft-centric enterprise environment, turning business risks into scalable, secure-by-design solutions across Azure, M365, and modern SaaS/PaaS platforms.
Association
No H1B
Responsibilities
Translates business risk into technical controls, defines secure configurations, and creates repeatable patterns that Operations Team & support technicians can follow
Represents AI2IO in security audits, diligence questionnaires, and client requests as needed
Collaborates with software developers, data teams, and business stakeholders to embed security‑by‑design into all technology initiatives
Develop and maintain reference architectures, baselines, and secure configuration standards across Microsoft cloud services
Perform threat modeling and risk assessments aligned to NIST CSF and CIS Benchmarks
Design identity and access management patterns (least privilege, Conditional Access, PIM, service‑principal governance) for Entra ID, Power Platform, Azure DevOps, and custom applications
Evaluate and pilot emerging Microsoft security capabilities
Configure and tune Microsoft Purview Information Protection, DLP, retention, and eDiscovery
Map controls to compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2) and support audits
Establish metrics and KPIs to measure control effectiveness
Build and document runbooks, automated playbooks, and alert tuning for SOC/IT Ops teams using Defender XDR, Sentinel, and Azure Automation
Provide Tier‑3 escalation support for complex security incidents and coordinate post‑incident review
Conduct periodic architecture reviews and penetration‑test remediation plans
Deliver knowledge‑transfer sessions and create micro‑learning content for support technicians and developers
Champion security best practices in Agile ceremonies and DevOps pipelines
Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned
Qualification
Required
Advanced mastery of Microsoft Defender suite (Endpoint, Identity, Office, Cloud Apps) and Purview Information Protection
Deep knowledge of Entra ID (Azure AD) identity governance, RBAC, Conditional Access, PIM, and B2B/B2C models
Proven experience securing Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and Power Platform (Power Apps, Automate, BI)
Familiarity with Azure services (App Services, Key Vault, App Config, Storage, Virtual Network, Private Link) and Azure Policy, Blueprints, ARM/Bicep/Terraform
Strong grasp of Graph API, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and application consent governance
Working knowledge of SIEM/SOAR (Microsoft Sentinel preferred) and incident‑response workflows
Ability to translate security risks into concise business language for non‑technical stakeholders
Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
Demonstrated aptitude for learning new technology and adapting to evolving requirements
Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Bachelor's degree in IT, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related discipline
8+ years of progressive IT or security experience, with 3+ years in a dedicated security‑architecture or cloud‑security engineering role
Benefits
Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
Flex spending accounts (FSA)
Dental and vision plans
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
Paid parental leave after one year of employment
Company
DLB Associates
DLB Associates is an engineering consulting company - rendering and design for residential and commercial sectors.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-12-16Acquired
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