Cloud Security Analyst

Accenture Technology

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We are seeking a highly qualified professional to join our team as a

Cloud Security Analyst . As an essential part of our Security Transformation team, you will be responsible for supporting the secure adoption, governance, and continuous improvement of Azure cloud environments. We are looking for a professional with strong expertise in cloud security, risk assessment, compliance, and secure cloud architecture.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience

Minimum of 2 years of experience in

Cybersecurity, Cloud Security, Infrastructure, or related technical roles

Foundational knowledge of

Microsoft Azure services , cloud computing concepts, and Azure security capabilities

Understanding of

cloud security principles, risk assessment methodologies, and security control validation

Knowledge of

cloud governance, compliance, and security frameworks

Familiarity with

Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)

solutions

Basic understanding of

CI/CD processes

and cloud security best practices

Experience collaborating with infrastructure, engineering, and DevOps teams

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Fluent in English (C1 or above) , with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Support business and technology projects by providing cloud security expertise throughout the project lifecycle

Conduct security assessments and architecture reviews to validate security requirements and identify risks

Perform cloud compliance assessments and gap analyses against organizational standards and policies

Contribute to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of secure Azure cloud architectures

Define, maintain, and promote Azure security baselines, hardening standards, and security best practices

Assess cloud services and workloads to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies

Support the implementation of security controls across Azure environments and CI/CD pipelines

Conduct risk assessments and provide actionable remediation recommendations

Collaborate with Infrastructure, Development, and DevOps teams to embed security into cloud solutions

Monitor cloud security posture and support remediation activities identified through CSPM findings

Configure and maintain Azure Policies to enforce governance and security controls

Support the adoption and enforcement of cloud governance standards across the organization

Stay current with emerging cloud security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends

Nice to Have

Hands-on experience with

Azure

cloud environments

Experience with

CSPM

solutions and cloud security monitoring

Experience performing cloud security assessments and secure architecture reviews

Knowledge of Azure Policy configuration and governance controls

Familiarity with cloud hardening practices and security baseline development

Understanding of cloud risk management and remediation processes

Experience implementing security controls within CI/CD pipelines

Knowledge of DevSecOps principles and secure software delivery practices

Relevant

certifications

such as:

Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)

Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)

Additional Information

Location:

Lisbon (hybrid)

Travel:

Flexibility to travel within Europe as required for project activities and stakeholder engagements. It's mandatory 3 days on Alfragide office.

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