Cloud Security Operations Analyst

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Security Operations Analyst to design, implement, and operate security controls across multi-cloud environments (AWS & Azure). The role focuses on ensuring robust cloud security posture, proactive threat detection, and continuous improvement of security operations aligned with industry best practices.

Job Title: Cloud Security Operations Analyst

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Security Operations Analyst to design, implement, and operate security controls across multi-cloud environments (AWS & Azure) . The role focuses on ensuring robust cloud security posture, proactive threat detection, and continuous improvement of security operations aligned with industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Design, implement, and support cloud security solutions across AWS and Azure environments .

Deploy, configure, and manage Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools to ensure continuous compliance and risk visibility.

Implement and provide operational support for Cloud Workload Protection Platforms (CWPP) to secure cloud workloads.

Ensure strong cloud infrastructure security across AWS & Azure, covering:

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Network security controls

Data protection and encryption

Continuous monitoring mechanisms

Configure, optimize, and manage:

AWS Web Application Firewall (WAF)

AWS Shield Advanced for DDoS protection

Implement and manage Microsoft Defender for Cloud (Azure Defender / ATP equivalent) for advanced threat detection and response.

Monitor and respond to security threats using:

AWS GuardDuty for threat detection

AWS Security Hub for centralized visibility, posture management, and compliance reporting

Perform continuous monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management across cloud environments.

Collaborate with internal teams (SOC, DevOps, IAM, Infrastructure) to:

Enforce security policies and governance frameworks

Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements

Drive automation, optimization, and continuous improvement in cloud security operations and processes.

Required Skills & Experience

8+ years of experience in cloud security engineering, implementation, and operations in multi-cloud environment (AWS/AZURE)

Strong hands-on experience with:

AWS security services (GuardDuty, Security Hub, WAF, Shield)

Azure security services (Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Security controls)

In-depth understanding of:

CSPM and CWPP tools (AWS + Azure)

Cloud-native security architecture includes NGX , AWS WAF , Shield Advance ,

Threat detection and incident response

Security monitoring, alert tuning, and response workflows

Required Skills & Experience 8+ years of experience in cloud security engineering, implementation, and operations in multi-cloud environment (AWS/AZURE) Strong hands-on experience with: AWS security services (GuardDuty, Security Hub, WAF, Shield) Azure security services (Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Security controls)

In-depth understanding of: CSPM and CWPP tools (AWS + Azure) Cloud-native security architecture includes NGX , AWS WAF , Shield Advance , Threat detection and incident response Security monitoring, alert tuning, and response workflows

Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and support cloud security solutions across AWS and Azure environments . Deploy, configure, and manage Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools to ensure continuous compliance and risk visibility. Implement and provide operational support for Cloud Workload Protection Platforms (CWPP) to secure cloud workloads. Ensure strong cloud infrastructure security across AWS & Azure, covering: Identity and Access Management (IAM) Network security controls Data protection and encryption Continuous monitoring mechanisms

Configure, optimize, and manage: AWS Web Application Firewall (WAF) AWS Shield Advanced for DDoS protection

Implement and manage Microsoft Defender for Cloud (Azure Defender / ATP equivalent) for advanced threat detection and response. Monitor and respond to security threats using: AWS GuardDuty for threat detection AWS Security Hub for centralized visibility, posture management, and compliance reporting

Perform continuous monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management across cloud environments. Collaborate with internal teams (SOC, DevOps, IAM, Infrastructure) to: Enforce security policies and governance frameworks Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements

Drive automation, optimization, and continuous improvement in cloud security operations and processes.

At Zensar, we’re “experience-led everything” . We are committed to conceptualizing, designing, engineering, marketing, and managing digital solutions and experiences for over 130 leading enterprises. We are a company driven by a bold purpose: Together, we shape experiences for better futures . Whether for our clients, our people, or the world around us, this belief powers everything we do. At the heart of our culture is ONE with Client - a set of four core values that reflect who we are and how we work: One Zensar, Nurturing, Empowering, and Client Focus .

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We believe the best work happens when individuality is celebrated, growth is encouraged, and well-being is prioritized. We are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veteran status.