Cloud Engineer – Security at Tek Experts

Job Title: Cloud Engineer – Security

Overview

• We’re seeking a Cloud Engineer – Security to implement and manage advanced cloud security solutions across Microsoft Azure environments. As part of the Microsoft Cloud Center of Excellence (CoE), you will be responsible for ensuring the security and compliance of enterprise workloads across hybrid and multi-cloud ecosystems. Your role will focus on security operations, automation, identity protection, compliance enforcement, and threat detection, enabling the organization to maintain a secure and resilient cloud infrastructure.
• At TeKnowledge, your work makes an impact from day one. We partner with organizations to deliver AI-First Expert Technology Services that drive meaningful impact in AI, Customer Experience, and Cybersecurity. We turn complexity into clarity and potential into progress—in a place where people lead and tech empowers.
• You’ll be part of a diverse and inclusive team where trust, teamwork, and shared success fuel everything we do. We push boundaries, using advanced technologies to solve complex challenges for clients around the world.
• Here, your work drives real change, and your ideas help shape the future of technology. We invest in you with top-tier training, mentorship, and career development—ensuring you stay ahead in an ever-evolving world.

Why You’ll Enjoy It Here

• Be Part of Something Big – A growing company where your contributions matter.
• Make an Immediate Impact – Support groundbreaking technologies with real-world results.
• Work on Cutting-Edge Tech – AI, cybersecurity, and next-gen digital solutions.
• Thrive in an Inclusive Team – A culture built on trust, collaboration, and respect.
• We Care – Integrity, empathy, and purpose guide every decision.
• We’re looking for innovators, problem-solvers, and experts ready to drive change and grow with us.
• We Are TeKnowledge. Where People Lead and Tech Empowers.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Defender XDR, and Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR) for real-time security monitoring.
• Implement Azure Security Center policies, vulnerability assessments, and compliance controls.
• Set up Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions using Azure AD, Conditional Access, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Privileged Identity Management (PIM).
• Enforce Zero Trust security models through network segmentation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), and Just-in-Time (JIT) access.
• Configure Azure Firewall, Network Security Groups (NSGs), Web Application Firewall (WAF), and DDoS Protection for securing cloud workloads.
• Monitor security logs and alerts from Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, and Log Analytics.
• Investigate security incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and mitigate threats effectively.
• Automate threat response workflows using Logic Apps, Playbooks, and Azure Functions.
• Implement Security Incident & Event Management (SIEM) and automated remediation processes.
• Automate security policies and configurations using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Bicep, and ARM Templates.
• Develop CI/CD security guardrails for DevSecOps pipelines using GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps.
• Implement automated compliance monitoring and enforcement using Azure Policy and Microsoft Purview.
• Ensure compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, SOC2, GDPR, HIPAA, and CIS benchmarks.
• Develop security best practices and governance frameworks for cloud security hardening.
• Conduct security posture assessments and cloud penetration testing.
• Support cross-cloud security integration for Azure and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) workloads.
• Implement identity federation, workload protection, and cloud-native security controls.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Cloud Security Engineering, with at least 1 year focused on Azure Security.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, and Identity Protection.
• Strong expertise in IAM, RBAC, MFA, Conditional Access, and Zero Trust security models.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM Templates) for security automation.
• Experience working with SIEM, SOAR, and security operations (SOC) tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking for security challenges.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with Cloud, DevOps, and Compliance teams.
• Ability to document security architectures, incident response plans, and best practices.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with multi-cloud security and hybrid security models.
• Familiarity with AI-driven threat detection and predictive security analytics.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate, Azure Security Engineer Associate, CISSP, CISM, or CEH.
• Experience with DevSecOps and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines.

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is Not Specified. Therefore, qualified and interested candidates can “CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION” It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply successfully for this vacancy.

Official Job Website: https://careers.tek-experts.com/nigeria