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Azure Systems Admin – Security

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full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Remote • 🇵🇭 Philippines

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Salary

💰 ₱85,000 - ₱105,000 per month

Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

Tech Stack

AzureCloudFirewallsVault

About the role

  • Implement, configure, and manage Azure security controls across subscriptions, resource groups, and workloads
  • Administer Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) and Entra ID, including MFA, conditional access, and identity governance
  • Configure and monitor Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Sentinel for threat detection and response
  • Oversee Privileged Identity Management (PIM) and enforce least privilege access principles
  • Ensure alignment with ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Benchmarks
  • Develop and enforce security policies using Azure Policy and Blueprints
  • Conduct regular security assessments, gap analyses, and risk mitigation planning
  • Maintain compliance documentation and support internal/external audits
  • Monitor security alerts and analyze threats using Sentinel and third-party SIEM tools
  • Respond to incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement preventive measures
  • Maintain and refine incident response playbooks for Azure environments
  • Manage RBAC for secure access to Azure resources
  • Configure Just-In-Time (JIT) access for VMs and privileged roles
  • Audit user access, permissions, and authentication activities
  • Manage Azure Key Vault for secrets and key lifecycle
  • Enforce encryption for data at rest and in transit
  • Configure and monitor Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies
  • Develop automation scripts using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and ARM/Bicep templates
  • Implement automated alerting, remediation, and compliance reporting
  • Support DevSecOps integration in CI/CD pipelines
  • Maintain Azure Security Center dashboards for visibility and reporting
  • Track key security metrics and trends to improve posture
  • Generate reports for leadership and compliance teams
  • Create and maintain security documentation, procedures, and policies
  • Conduct security awareness sessions for IT and business stakeholders
  • Stay current with emerging Azure security technologies and threat intelligence

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Proven experience in Azure security administration or cloud security engineering
  • Preferred certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, SC-100, AZ-500
  • Verifiable knowledge of Azure AD / Entra ID, RBAC, Conditional Access
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, and Key Vault
  • Solid understanding of network security, firewalls, and Zero Trust architecture
  • Proficiency in PowerShell, ARM/Bicep templates, and security automation
  • Familiarity with SIEM/SOAR tools and incident response workflows
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment
Benefits
  • 100% Remote – work from anywhere with a stable internet connection
  • Full-Time, Monday to Friday – no weekend work
  • Supportive Team – guided onboarding and partnership with managers
  • HMO Coverage and other available benefits/perks
  • Competitive Salary – PHP 85,000 – PHP 105,000 monthly
  • Paid Time Off - in addition Holidays

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
Azure security administrationcloud security engineeringPowerShellARM templatesBicep templatesMicrosoft Defender for CloudMicrosoft SentinelData Loss Prevention (DLP)Privileged Identity Management (PIM)encryption
Soft skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsability to thrive in fast-paced environmentscross-functional teamwork
Certifications
Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer AssociateSC-100AZ-500