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Cloud Security Engineer Greenwich, CT Type: Contract Category: Engineer Industry: Financial Services Reference ID: JN -032026-106005 Date Posted: 04/16/2026 Shortcut: + Description + Recommended Jobs Description: _Hybrid 4 in either New York, NY_ Our client seeks a Cloud Security Engineer focused on Azure to implement and operationalize NIST SP 800-53 controls across regulated cloud environments. The role will translate RMF requirements into Azure-native guardrails and configurations while guiding cross-functional teams. You will leverage Microsoft Defender solutions and Sentinel to validate controls, support audit readiness, and enable continuous monitoring. The position requires deep Azure security expertise and hands-on implementation skills. _Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance._ Rate: $84.00 to $94.00/hr. w2 JN -032026-106005 #LI-JS1 Responsibilities: + Support implementation and operationalization of NIST SP 800-53 controls in Azure Public Cloud. + Translate NIST SP 800-53 and RMF requirements into Azure-native configurations, guardrails, and engineering backlog items. + Provide technical security guidance to Cloud Engineering, DevOps, Infrastructure, and Cyber teams to ensure compliant architectures and deployments. + Implement and validate controls for Microsoft Entra ID including RBAC, PIM, Conditional Access, and identity governance. + Implement and validate Azure Policy and governance initiatives. + Implement and validate network security including NSGs, Azure Firewall, Private Endpoints, and segmentation. + Implement and validate encryption and key management using Key Vault, CMK, and TLS. + Implement and validate logging, monitoring, and SIEM integrations. + Leverage and configure Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity, Defender for Office 365, Defender for Cloud Apps, and Microsoft Sentinel. + Contribute to SSP updates, control narratives, evidence collection, and POA&M tracking. + Perform control gap assessments and support remediation execution. + Support independent assessments and ongoing continuous monitoring activities. Experience Requirements: + 5+ years in security engineering with strong Azure Public Cloud security experience. + Direct experience supporting regulated high- or moderate-baseline cloud environments. + Deep working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and RMF. + Strong expertise across Microsoft security controls and the Microsoft Defender ecosystem. + Experience supporting audit readiness and ATO lifecycle processes. + Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500) or equivalent (preferred). + CISSP, CCSP, CAP, or similar certification (preferred). + Experience automating compliance using Azure Policy, ARM/Bicep, or Terraform (preferred). + Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture in Microsoft environments (preferred). Education Requirements: + Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500) (certification). + CISSP (certification). + CCSP (certification). + CAP (certification). _Recruitment Transparency Notice_ _Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. 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For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clientsu2019 capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve._ _Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. 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