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Cloud Security Engineer (Azure/GCP) - Contract

Key Responsibilities

* Develop, implement, and manage cloud security policies and solutions for GCP and Azure environments.
* Configure and maintain security services and tools within Google Cloud Platform (e.g., Cloud IAM, Security Command Center, VPC Service Controls) and Azure/M365 (e.g., Azure Security Center, Azure AD, Microsoft Defender for Cloud).
* Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing of cloud infrastructure and applications.
* Monitor cloud environments for security threats, anomalies, and incidents, and lead incident response efforts.
* Collaborate with development, operations, and compliance teams to integrate security best practices into the CI/CD pipeline and ensure secure configurations.
* Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and guidelines for cloud services, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and internal security frameworks.
* Provide expertise and guidance on data protection, network security, and identity and access management within cloud platforms.
* Preferably, assess and enhance the security of Salesforce, including data security, access controls, and compliance.

Desirable Qualifications:

* 6+ years of experience in cloud security, information security, or a related field.
* Proven direct experience securing Google Cloud Platform (GCP) environments, including a strong understanding of GCP security services and best practices.
* Solid understanding of cloud security principles, including shared responsibility model, cloud native security controls, and infrastructure as code security.
* Experience with security incident response and threat modelling.
* Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer
* Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
* Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

This is very much a hands-on role requiring GCP and Azure, especially GCP for migration

Hybrid London: 1-2 days

Rate: Outside IR35

Length: Minimum 6 Months

Please send me your CV if you meet these requirements

Cloud Security Engineer - London - £480/pd Outside IR35

Please note - this role will require you to work from the London based office 1-2 days per week. You must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK to be eligible for this role.

About the Role

A digitally driven reinsurance broker is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to play a key role in strengthening its cloud security posture across multi-cloud environments. This is a hands-on contract role focused on designing, implementing, and maintaining secure cloud environments, with a strong emphasis on leveraging the latest Google Cloud Platform (GCP) technologies.

You'll work closely with engineering, operations, and compliance teams to embed security best practices across platforms including GCP, Azure, and M365.

Key Responsibilities

* Design, implement, and manage cloud security policies and solutions for GCP and Azure.
* Configure and maintain security tools such as Cloud IAM, Security Command Center, VPC Service Controls, Azure Security Center, Azure AD, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud.
* Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing.
* Monitor cloud environments for threats and lead incident response efforts.
* Integrate security into the CI/CD pipeline and ensure secure configurations.
* Develop and enforce cloud security policies aligned with regulatory and internal frameworks.
* Provide guidance on data protection, network security, and identity and access management.
* (Desirable) Assess and enhance Salesforce security, including data protection and access controls.

Desirable Qualifications

* 6+ years of experience in cloud or information security.
* Proven experience securing Google Cloud Platform (GCP) environments.
* Strong understanding of cloud security principles and native controls.
* Experience with incident response and threat modelling.
* Relevant certifications such as:

* Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer
* Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
* Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

Key Attributes

* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Curious, investigative mindset essential for cybersecurity.
* Detail-oriented and process-driven.
* Collaborative and relationship-focused.
* Able to prioritise and perform under pressure.
* Eager to learn and grow in the cybersecurity field.

To apply for this role please submit your CV or contact David Airey on 0191 338 7508 or at d.airey@tenthrevolution.com.

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