I’m helping Cognits an HTEC Company find a top candidate to join their team full-time for the role of DevSecOps (Azure Cloud).
You'll secure cloud futures by mastering Azure identity & access management.
Compensation : Hidden.
Location :
Remote (for Guatemala and Colombia residents).
Mission of Cognits an HTEC Company :
"Cognits turns your vision into reality with seamless collaboration, thoughtful design, and top-tier development—all from our trusted nearshore team. We build beautiful, functional products—on time, every time."
What makes you a strong candidate :
Responsibilities and more :
Job Title : Security & Identity Engineer – Azure CloudOps
About the Role :
We are seeking a highly skilled Security & Identity Engineer to join our Azure CloudOps team. This role is pivotal in safeguarding our cloud infrastructure by designing, implementing, and managing secure identity and access management (IAM) solutions. You will work closely with CloudOps, DevOps, and Security teams to ensure secure, compliant, and efficient access to Azure resources across the organization.
KeyResponsibilities :
Stay current with evolving threats, IAM technologies, and Microsoft Azure security features.
Required Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3+ years of experience in identity and access management, with a focus on Azure environments.
Deep understanding of Azure AD, RBAC, Conditional Access, MFA, and PIM.
Experience with identity federation protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect).
Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Python) for automation and policy enforcement.
Familiarity with compliance frameworks and security standards (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO).
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a security-first mindset.
Preferred Qualifications :
Microsoft Certified : Azure Security Engineer Associate or Identity and Access Administrator Associate.
Experience with Microsoft Entra ID, Defender for Identity, and Microsoft Purview.
Knowledge of hybrid identity architectures and on-premises AD integration.
Exposure to Zero Trust security models and identity-centric security strategies.
What We Offer :
Competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible work arrangements and remote-friendly culture
Opportunities for certification and professional development
A collaborative, security-conscious engineering environment
Cloud • Guatemala, Guatemala, Guatemala