Cloud Architect

Job Title: Cloud Architect - Azure Sentinel (Hybrid Infrastructure)

Experience: 8-15 Years

Location: IND / UAE

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly skilled Cloud Architect with strong experience across on-premises infrastructure and Microsoft Azure cloud environments, with deep expertise in designing and implementing SIEM/SOAR solutions using Microsoft Sentinel. The role involves architecting secure hybrid environments, leading cloud transformation initiatives, and strengthening enterprise security monitoring and threat detection capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement hybrid architectures integrating on-premises systems with Azure cloud services.
• Lead the deployment, configuration, and optimization of Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR) for enterprise security operations.
• Architect log ingestion strategies across on-prem, multi-cloud, endpoints, and security tools.
• Define security architecture, governance models, and best practices aligned with organizational policies.
• Implement automated threat detection, incident response playbooks, and security orchestration workflows.
• Collaborate with SOC, infrastructure, DevOps, and security teams to enhance visibility and response capabilities.
• Plan and execute cloud migration strategies while ensuring security and compliance.
• Optimize monitoring performance, cost management, and scalability.
• Provide technical leadership, architecture documentation, and stakeholder engagement.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong experience with hybrid environments (on-prem data centers, virtualization, networking).
• Hands-on expertise in Azure cloud services including Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Defender suite, and Sentinel.
• Experience integrating security tools such as firewalls, EDR/XDR, IAM, and network security solutions.
• Knowledge of SIEM architecture, threat intelligence integration, and SOC operations.
• Experience with automation using Logic Apps, PowerShell, or scripting.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, Bicep).
• Strong understanding of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, MITRE ATT&CK).
• Excellent stakeholder management and solution design capabilities.

Preferred Certifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200)
• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100)

Technology Environment:

• Azure Cloud Platform by Microsoft
• Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR)
• Azure Defender / Microsoft Defender XDR