Senior Azure Cloud Specialist - Cyber & Security Domain Lead

Role: Senior Azure Cloud Specialist - Cyber & Security Domain Lead

Location: Knutsford or Glasgow - Work from the office 2 days per week

Duration: 6 Months

Day rate: Up to £1000 inside IR35

Role Overview:

Seeking a strong and influential Azure Cloud Specialist with Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI). The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of cybersecurity, with the capability to lead and influence technology decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

Cybersecurity Leadership:

1. Demonstrate a strong cybersecurity and Domain Lead mindset, effectively integrating security measures across cloud services.
2. Identify, assess, and mitigate security risks within Azure and VDI environments.

Technical Expertise:

• Provide expert knowledge in Azure Cloud and VDI technologies.
• Influence and guide strategic technology decisions, ensuring they align with security best practices.

Liaison Role:

• Act as the primary liaison between the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Global Technology (GTIS), fostering effective security partnerships.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration to integrate security seamlessly into all services.

Product and Service Evaluation:

1. Lead the evaluation of new products and services, ensuring they meet security standards and organizational needs.
2. Provide insights and recommendations to enhance workplace collaboration tools and services.

Mandatory Skills:

• Strong domain security knowledge in workplace collaboration tools such as MS Teams, Citrix, MS Windows, and Office 365.
• Extensive experience in Azure Cloud and VDI environments.

Attributes:

• Proactive and influential mindset with strong decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical concepts to various stakeholders.
• Resilient and assertive, able to lead and drive security initiatives effectively.