Lead Cyber Security Engineer (Azure)

TL;DR

Lead Cyber Security Engineer (Azure/Cloud): Designing and implementing security controls across Microsoft 365, Azure, and Kubernetes with an accent on automation, threat mitigation, and cloud-native defense. Focus on integrating security into DevOps pipelines, automating response using Sentinel SOAR, and securing AI/ML workloads.

Location: Hybrid (Glasgow or London, UK)

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in insurance and financial services.

What you will do

• Architect and implement security controls for M365, Azure, Dynamics 365, and AKS.
• Integrate security into DevOps pipelines, CI/CD, and container workflows.
• Automate threat detection and response using Microsoft Sentinel SOAR and custom playbooks.
• Manage endpoint security via Intune and harden AKS clusters through RBAC and secrets management.
• Engineer secure access and posture for Cisco Meraki infrastructure and Umbrella SWG services.
• Lead red-teaming, vulnerability assessments, and provide engineering mentorship to junior staff.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a senior security engineering or architect role.
• Deep hands-on knowledge of the Microsoft security stack (Defender, Sentinel, Intune, Azure Policy, PIM).
• Proven experience deploying Cisco Meraki and Umbrella in enterprise environments.
• Experience securing Kubernetes, cloud-native infrastructure, and containerised apps.
• Must be based in or able to work from Glasgow or London (Hybrid).
• Certifications such as AZ-500, CISSP, CCSP, or GIAC are highly advantageous.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working options for flexibility.
• Performance-linked bonus.
• 28 days holiday plus public holidays and an annual leave purchase scheme.
• Private healthcare, discounted dental insurance, and health cashback scheme.
• Paid volunteering days and caregiver leave.
• Access to retail discounts and a company share scheme.