Senior Cloud Security Architect

The key deliverables and responsibilities include:

• 2.1. Security Assessment and Strategy Development
• Current State Analysis: Conduct a comprehensive security assessment of the existing Azure environment, including identity and access management, network security, data protection, and monitoring.
• Risk Assessment: Identify potential security risks, vulnerabilities, and gaps in the existing setup.
• Security Strategy Development: Develop a cloud security strategy that aligns with the organization's business objectives and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).

Security Architecture Design

• Architecture Blueprint: Design a scalable and robust security architecture for the Azuenvironment, including identity management, network segmentation, data encryption, and logging/monitoring solutions.
• Security Controls: Define and implement security controls that mitigate identified risks, including
• Azure-specific security services such as Azure Security Center, Azure Policy, Azure Blueprints, and Azure Sentinel.
• Integration Planning: Develop an integration plan for security tools and technologies, ensuring seamless interaction with existing on-premises and cloud resources.

Implementation and Configuration

• Azure Security Configuration: Configure and deploy security features and tools within Azure,including Azure Active Directory (AAD), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Azure Key Vault, and Network Security Groups (NSGs).
• Automation and DevSecOps: Implement automation scripts and templates (e.g., ARM templates,Terraform) for security configurations and integrations.
• Incident Response Setup: Design and implement an incident response plan within Azure,including configuring alerts, logging, and automated responses to security incidents.

Compliance and Governance

• Compliance Alignment: Ensure that the Azure environment adheres to relevant regulatoryrequirements and industry standards (e.g., CIS Benchmarks, NIST).
• Governance Framework: Establish a governance framework for continuous compliance monitoring, reporting, and policy enforcement using Azure Policy and Azure Blueprints.
• Documentation: Develop and maintain detailed documentation of the security architecture, configurations, and governance processes.

Training and Knowledge Transfer

• Staff Training Program: Develop and execute a training program tailored to the needs of Company's staff. This will include: Azure Security Fundamentals: Training on the basics of Azure security tools, best practices, and common configurations.
• Advanced Security Topics: In-depth sessions on identity management, threat protection,compliance, and monitoring within Azure.
• Hands-On Workshops: Practical workshops where staff will configure and manage  security tools within the Azure environment under the guidance of the consultant.
• Training Materials: Provide comprehensive training materials, including presentations, manuals, and video tutorials that Company staff can refer to after the engagement.
• Documentation Handover: Deliver detailed documentation on all work performed, including architecture designs, configurations, policies, and processes, ensuring that Company staff canmaintain and expand upon the implemented solutions independently.