Cloud and Security Administrator

Objective:

The Cloud & Security Administrator is the senior technical authority responsible for cloud platforms, identity, security tooling, and risk bearing systems. This role owns security posture, SaaS governance, disaster recovery and cloud operations, with an emphasis on prevention, standardization, and long term stability.Responsibilities:

Cloud Platforms & SaaS

Design, implement and administer security controls in Azure, Microsoft 365, and SaaS platforms (EDR, device compliance, policies)

Ensure secure configuration, availability, and scalability of cloud services

Support cloud related incidents and outages

Identity & Access Management

Support hybrid identity environments and cloud integrations

Perform and own periodic access reviews

Enforce identity standards and privileged access controls (LAPS, gMSAs)

Act as escalation point for identity related incidents

Security Operations

Own and administer security tooling (EDR, SIEM, MDR, etc.)

Monitor and lead response for security related incidents

Coordinate containment, recovery, and technical remediation

Lead general security reviews (firewalls, segmentation, VPNs, ZT, least-privilege initiatives)

Projects & Architecture

Serve as technical owner for data protection, backup, security, and disaster recovery strategies

Define and implement architecture aligned with approved standards

Vendor & Licensing Management

Handle technical vendor coordination

Track corporate license utilization and renewal timing risks

Ensure licensing aligns with security and compliance requirements

Governance, Risk & Improvement

Help define, enforce and operationalize security standards and best practices

Contribute to security roadmaps and risk reduction initiatives

Lead technical responses to audits and compliance reviews

Documentation and process improvement

Produce and maintain architectural, security, and operational documentation

Contribute to SOPs and standards evolution

Required Qualifications:

Experience & Background

5–8+ years of progressive experience in cloud, identity, and security-focused infrastructure roles

Proven experience operating as a senior individual contributor or technical owner in a hybrid (on-prem + cloud) environment

Demonstrated responsibility for risk-bearing systems and production environments

Technical Expertise

Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and Entra ID (Azure AD)

Deep understanding of identity and access management concepts (RBAC, conditional access, privileged access, access reviews)

Experience administering and responding to security tooling such as EDR, SIEM, MDR, and vulnerability management platforms

Practical knowledge of security fundamentals including:

Least privilege and zero trust principles

Network security (firewalls, VPNs, segmentation)

Backup, disaster recovery, and data protection strategies

Familiarity with hybrid identity components such as AD, LAPS, gMSAs, and directory integrations

Operational & Soft Skills

Strong incident response mindset with the ability to lead during security or cloud-impacting events

Comfortable operating autonomously within defined standards and governance

Able to translate technical risk into clear, actionable recommendations

Strong documentation discipline and ability to maintain architectural and operational records

Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills

Strong customer service and communication skills

Ability to multitask and function in a fast-paced, high-energy environment

Background in Cybersecurity is an asset

Bilingual in French and English (spoken and written). - Due to the nature of the position and regular interactions with customers, business partners, and/or colleagues outside of Quebec, fluency in both French and English (spoken and written) is required to ensure effective communication and high-quality service.