Information Security

Senior Cloud Security Analyst

Barclay Simpson Corporate Governance Recruitment

Kent · Kent · United Kingdom

Overview

In this role you will shape security across the Azure/M365 estate within a purpose‑led organisation undergoing a Microsoft cloud transformation. You will be technically hands‑on with Azure security, CA, Defender and automation, while influencing security controls, risk and design across projects. Acting as a security consultant, you’ll bridge delivery and security operations to secure change portfolios and tooling. The role is based near West Malling with a two‑day‑per‑week on‑site expectation, offering meaningful impact through cloud security leadership.

Responsibilities
  • Define and evolve security controls for the Azure/M365 estate as it grows
  • Advise on secure delivery within change initiatives and projects
  • Bridge project delivery and security operations to ensure compliant implementations
  • Challenge designs and promote automation to improve security posture
  • Influence tooling and security approach across the cloud footprint
  • Engage with stakeholders to align security requirements with business goals
Key requirements
  • Strong Azure security expertise (Azure AD/CA)
  • Experience with Defender and Sentinel
  • Automation experience in security tooling or workflows
  • Ability to influence risk, controls and design across projects
  • Security consulting mindset and ability to work across stakeholders
  • Collaborative
  • Stakeholder management
  • Advisory mindset
  • Azure security
  • Azure AD Conditional Access
  • Microsoft Defender/Sentinel

Reference: WJ-747_31193080 · Posted 01 Nov 2026

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