Azure Security Architect Lead Consultant

Sogeti, a subsidiary of Capgemini, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Consultant to join our team. With a strong emphasis on our people and partnerships, we foster a "People centric" culture where innovation thrives. If you have 10-15 years of experience in Consulting Account Management, Business Development, and Sales within the realm of IT Outsourcing (ITO) deals, we invite you to be a part of our journey.

*Willing to consider remote only candidates but candidates in Phoenix area will be given higher priority.

Job Description: Azure Security Architect

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Azure Cyber Security Architect / Principal with extensive Azure cybersecurity experience to join our team. The Lead Azure Cyber Security Architect / Principal will lead a team of .NET Azure Security Developer Consultants in remediating security risks identified by tools such as Wiz.io. This individual will apply their deep understanding of Azure and .NET to architect frameworks and processes to improve the organization’s ability to remediate security risks in older applications and infrastructure. The Lead Cyber Security Architect / Principal will also serve as the primary liaison between the security development team and the organization’s broader cybersecurity, application development, and infrastructure teams, ensuring alignment and understanding across departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Security Best Practices / Mentorship: Mentor and lead development teams to implement security best practices or remediations for .NET solutions hosted in Azure, enforcing secure coding techniques, authentication and authorization practices, and effective data protection methods, etc.
• Management

  Manage the team to ensure timely and efficient resolution.

  
  

• Cross-Departmental Liaison

  Act as the primary point of contact between the security team, infrastructure, and other key stakeholders, facilitating clear communication and ensuring alignment on the status of remediation efforts and strategies.

  
  

• Process Optimization for Risk Response

  Develop and implement streamlined processes that allow for efficient responses when security risks are identified. These processes should ensure clarity and enable teams to act quickly and effectively.

  
  

• Assess and Advise on App Reconfigurations

  Evaluate whether identified security issues require application reconfigurations or if alternative measures can resolve them. Provide strategic input on the best course of action based on technical analysis and risk level.

  
  

• Establish Security Policies & Best Practices

  Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and best practices for application and infrastructure security. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal security objectives. Advocate for and implement security best practices throughout the software development lifecycle, fostering a culture of security awareness.

  
  

• Incident Response Leadership

  In the event of a security incident, guide teams through the risk remediation process, ensuring appropriate and timely actions are taken to resolve the issue while minimizing impact.

  
  

• Stakeholder Communication

  Communicate complex security issues and risks to executive leadership and non-technical stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner, securing buy-in for key initiatives.

  
  

Qualifications

• Extensive Azure Cybersecurity Experience

  10+ years in Azure cybersecurity roles, with a focus on security architecture, risk management, and incident response in complex enterprise environments.

  
  

• .NET : Deep knowledge of .NET including older versions of .NET Framework & .NET Core, as well as best practices for enforcing security in applications
• Team Leadership

  Proven experience leading technical security teams, specifically in development-focused roles and application security, with a strong ability to manage and mentor team members.

  
  

• Security Frameworks

  Expertise in building and implementing security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, or similar, including the ability to adapt frameworks to unique organizational needs.

  
  

• Application Security & Development

  Deep understanding of secure coding practices, application security, and how vulnerabilities arise within development pipelines.

  
  

• Cloud & Infrastructure Security

  Advanced knowledge of Azure, container security, and infrastructure security.

  
  

• Communication & Collaboration

  Strong skills in bridging gaps between security, development, and infrastructure teams, with the ability to communicate technical risks to non-technical stakeholders.

  
  

• Security Certifications (Preferred)

  CISSP, CISM, CEH, Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect, or other relevant certifications.

  
  

Skills

• Extensive Azure cybersecurity experience including application security and cloud infrastructure
• Deep knowledge of .NET (including older versions) and best security practices
• Excellent communication skills and ability to serve as liaison to different audiences
• Leadership and ability to mentor / guide teams throughout remediation process.
• Proven track record of building security frameworks and optimizing processes.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a proactive approach
• Ability to navigate complex organizational structures and influence key stakeholders.
• Familiarity with tools such as Wiz.io and NoName preferred

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

This role balances strategic leadership, risk management, and hands-on technical guidance to ensure a robust security posture for the organization.

Benefits our employees enjoy working at Sogeti USA:

• 401(k) Savings Plan: matched 150% up to 6%. Our 401k is in the top 1% of 401(k) plans offered in the US!
• Employee Stock Option Plan
• Potential Annual Individual Bonus Plan
• Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Coverage: low premium and deductible with free preventative care
• Life Insurance: provided at 2x base salary plus long term and short term disability
• 100% Company-paid Mobile Phone Plan
• Personal Time Off (PTO): ensuring a balance of work and home life
• Career Planning and Coaching Program
• All of our employees receive wide-ranging training covering business acumen, technical and professional skills development. Employees also have opportunities to hone your functional skills and expertise in an area of specialization. We offer a variety of formal and informal training programs at every level to help employees acquire and build specialized skills faster. Learning takes place both on the job and through formal training conducted online, in the classroom, or in collaboration with teammates.
• Continuing Education: $12,000 Annual Tuition Reimbursement plus access to over 20,000 online courses and certifications through Capgemini University, as well as many offerings through Coursera and Degreed.
• Paid Parental Leave: eligibility up to 6 weeks
• Adoption Assistance: up to $5,000
• Perks and Discount Programs for Health, Fitness, Auto and many more
• Counseling, Assistance, and other Support Programs
• The sheer variety of work we do, and the experience it offers, provide an unbeatable platform from which to build a career!

Compensation

Capgemini discloses salary range information in compliance with state and local pay transparency obligations. The disclosed range represents the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting, although we may ultimately pay more or less than the disclosed range, and the range may be modified in the future. The disclosed range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, geographic location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. At Capgemini, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. The base salary range for the tagged location is $90,000 - $195,000.

This role may be eligible for other compensation including variable compensation, bonus, or commission.

Full time regular employees are eligible for paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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