Senior Azure Cloud SRE - Platform

Job Title: Senior Azure Cloud SRE - Platform

Pay Type: SALARIED EXEMPT 

Location: Remote

Summary of Position Role/Responsibilities

Quzara seeks a highly skilled Senior Azure Cloud SRE - Platform with a focus on Cloud and Application Security within the Microsoft Azure ecosystem. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the security, reliability, and efficiency of our cloud environments by leveraging key tools such as Terraform, Chef, Azure Image Builder, and Qualys for vulnerability management. Candidates should have a BS in Computer Science or related field, 7+ years in Information Assurance, and relevant certifications (AZ-500, MS-500 preferred). We offer an inclusive work environment committed to innovation and teamwork. 

Essential Functions of the Job

• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform: Design, implement, and maintain secure and scalable cloud infrastructure using Terraform to automate deployments and manage cloud resources effectively.
• Configuration Management with Chef: Manage and automate system configurations, ensuring consistent security baselines and compliance across environments using Chef.
• Image Management: Create, maintain, and deploy golden images using Azure Image Builder to standardize secure, up-to-date machine images across cloud environments.
• Security & Vulnerability Management: Leverage Qualys to continuously scan for vulnerabilities, track remediation efforts, and ensure compliance with security standards.
• Technical Leadership: Serve as the technical leader of the SRE team, mentoring team members, driving best practices in cloud security, and providing strategic direction on infrastructure initiatives.
• Team Collaboration & Guidance: Lead technical discussions, provide expertise on complex security challenges, and guide the team in implementing secure, scalable, and high-performing cloud solutions.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop automation scripts and workflows to improve security processes, configuration management, and cloud infrastructure deployments.
• Collaboration & Security Best Practices: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and daily operations, ensuring adherence to security policies and frameworks.

Marginal Functions of the Job

• Other duties as assigned

Normal Work Schedule

This is a full-time position. Standard business hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Additional time outside of these hours may be needed to complete the essential functions of the job.

Education, Training, and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related field
• 7+ years of experience in Information Assurance, Cloud Infrastructure, and Security Operations
• Hands-on expertise with Terraform for IaC, Chef for configuration management, Azure Image Builder for image creation, and Qualys for vulnerability management.
• Advanced certifications preferred: AZ-500 (Azure Security Engineer), MS-500 (Microsoft Security Administrator).
• Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Python, or similar languages.
• Proven experience leading technical teams and working in DevSecOps and cloud security environments.
• Strong communication skills; adept at collaborating with various stakeholders.
• Leadership or mentoring experience is advantageous.

EEO Statement

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.