An Azure Security Engineer is responsible for implementing security controls and threat protection in an Azure environment. Their role involves designing and implementing security solutions to protect cloud-based systems, applications, and data from cyber threats and other security risks. Some of the specific tasks that an Azure Security Engineer might perform include:
- Designing and implementing security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Configuring and managing security tools and services in Azure, such as Azure Security Center, Azure Sentinel, and Azure Firewall.
- Implementing network security controls, such as firewalls, virtual private networks (VPNs), and intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS).
- Implementing identity and access management controls, such as multi-factor authentication (MFA), conditional access, and role-based access control (RBAC).
- Implementing data protection controls, such as encryption and data loss prevention (DLP).
- Conducting security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and remediate security issues.
- Developing incident response plans and procedures to respond to security incidents and minimize the impact of security breaches.
The goal of an Azure Security Engineer is to help organizations maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of their cloud-based systems and data, while also ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
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