Senior Cloud Security Architect

unlimited holidays - extra parental leave
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Full Remote
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Experience: 
Senior (5-10 years)
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Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field., 8+ years of IT or security experience, including 3+ years in security architecture or cloud security., Deep expertise in Microsoft Defender suite and Purview Information Protection., Strong knowledge of Azure services, identity management, and security frameworks..

Key responsibilities:

  • Design and maintain security architecture for Microsoft cloud services.
  • Collaborate with teams to embed security-by-design into projects.
  • Lead security audits, risk assessments, and compliance mapping.
  • Support security operations and conduct continuous improvement initiatives.

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DLB Associates SME http://www.dlbassociates.com/
201 - 500 Employees
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Job description

This is a remote position.

DLB is seeking a visionary Senior Cloud Security Architect to shape and secure our Microsoftcentric enterprise environment. As the lead architect and clientfacing security authority, you’ll turn business risks into scalable, securebydesign solutions across Azure, M365, and modern SaaSPaaS platforms. This highimpact role blends technical strategy, governance, and mentorship—empowering teams while protecting missioncritical data.

Position Title: Senior Cloud Security Architect

Position Location: Remote – work virtually from anywhere in the United States

SALARY

DLB recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges. In many instances we outcompete those ranges for wellqualified candidates.

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Cloud Security Architect owns the strategy, design, and continuous improvement of DLB’s enterprise security posture across Microsoft 365, Azure, and related SaaSPaaS services and serves as DLB’s primary client‑facing security authority. Acting as the principal security subject‑matter expert, this role:

  • Translates business risk into technical controls, defines secure configurations, and creates repeatable patterns that Operations Team & support technicians can follow.
  • Represents DLB 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.
    • The Architect receives high‑level objectives, operates with substantial autonomy, and mentors other IT personnel who handle day‑to‑day incident response and routine administration.


      This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

      ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

      Security Architecture & Strategy
      • 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
        • Governance, Compliance & Data Protection
          • 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
            • Security Operations Enablement
              • Build and document runbooks, automated playbooks, and alert tuning for SOCIT Ops teams using Defender XDR, Sentinel, and Azure Automation.
              • Provide Tier‑3 escalation support for complex security incidents and coordinate post‑incident review
                • Continuous Improvement & Training
                  • 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

                      Requirements
                      POSITION REQUIREMENTS
                      • 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 B2BB2C 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, ARMBicepTerraform
                      • Strong grasp of Graph API, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and application consent governance
                      • Working knowledge of SIEMSOAR (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
                        • TRAVEL RELOCATION REQUIREMENTS

                          • Up to 5%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states
                          • Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.

                            • EDUCATION EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

                              • Bachelor’s degree in IT, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related discipline

                                • PLUS

                                  • 8+ years of progressive IT or security experience, with 3+ years in a dedicated security‑architecture or cloud‑security engineering role

                                    • Benefits
                                      Benefits
                                      DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include
                                      • Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPOstyle plans and a HDHP w HSA option)
                                      • Health reimbursement account (HRA), 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 selfdirected 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 longterm disability, AD&D coverage
                                      • Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
                                      • Paid parental leave after one year of employment
                                        • DLB Associates is an EEOAffirmative Action Employer and participates in the EVerify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.
                                          Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our awardwinning team!​

                                          ​NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
                                          DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitmentstaffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.


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Experience

Level of experience: Senior (5-10 years)
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English
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Other Skills

  • Governance
  • Knowledge Transfer
  • Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork
  • Organizational Skills
  • Problem Solving

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