IT Security Officer – Cloud & Infrastructure (Remo

ENVIRONMENT:

DEFINE, implement and maintain the security posture across AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Microsoft 365 environments of a fast-paced eCommerce Platform seeking your strong technical ability to be its next IT Security Officer. This role ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of cloud systems and corporate data supporting the company’s global retail and eCommerce operations. The successful candidate will balance hands-on cloud security expertise with strong governance, risk management, and reporting capabilities — ensuring security enables business growth while maintaining compliance and resilience. You will need a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology, or Cybersecurity (or equivalent experience) with 5+ years in IT Security roles with cloud focus (AWS, Azure, and M365).

DUTIES:

Cloud Security Management (AWS & Azure) -

• Maintain secure configurations across AWS and Azure environments.
• Manage IAM, RBAC, encryption, and network security for cloud resources.
• Optimize cloud-native security tools (e.g., AWS GuardDuty, Security Hub, Azure Defender, and Sentinel).
• Conduct regular vulnerability scans, posture assessments, and configuration reviews.
• Support Data Engineering teams in implementing secure CI/CD pipelines and IaC security standards.

Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance -

• Administer M365 security configurations, Defender for Office 365, and DLP policies.
• Enforce MFA, Conditional Access, and Zero Trust principles across all users and devices.
• Manage identity governance via Entra ID (Azure AD) and integration with other SaaS systems.
• Monitor alerts from the Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance Center and remediate as needed.

Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) -

• Maintain and enhance IT security policies and standards aligned with ISO 27001, NIST CSF, and CIS Benchmarks.
• Perform security risk assessments, vendor due diligence, and internal compliance reviews.
• Support regulatory compliance (GDPR, POPIA, CCPA, etc.) and internal/external audits.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, including asset inventories, data flow maps, and risk registers.

Incident Response and Threat Management -

• Lead detection, response, and recovery activities for cloud and M365 incidents.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external MSSPs for threat investigation and remediation.
• Maintain and test incident response playbooks and escalation workflows.
• Report and document incidents with root cause analysis and recommended mitigations.

Identity, Access, and Endpoint Security -

• Oversee centralized identity management through Azure AD / Entra ID integrated with AWS IAM and SSO
  
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