PARTNER CONSULTANT - Cybersecurity

Work experience

• 57 years of hands-on experience in Cloud Security, Information Security, or Security Operations roles.
• Deep, proven experience working with:

Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (Microsoft CASB / MCAS)

Netskope Security Cloud / Netskope CASB

• Experience architecting, implementing, tuning, and maintaining CASB solutions at scale.
• Hands-on involvement with CASB:

Policy configuration (DLP, Access Control, Threat Protection)

API integrations with SaaS applications

Cloud app discovery and Shadow IT governance

Session controls and conditional access workflows

• Experience working with SIEM tools (Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, etc.) and integrating CASB logs.
• Involvement in cloud security incident detection, investigation, response, and reporting.
• Exposure to Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools and identity security solutions (Entra ID/Azure AD).

The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate expert-level understanding of cloud application security, SaaS risk assessment, data protection, and Zero Trust principles.
• Be able to design and mature CASB frameworks, including:

Cloud governance workflows

Risk-based access enforcement

Data classification and DLP tuning

• Provide leadership in CASB strategy, working with architecture and compliance teams.
• Drive improvements in cloud security posture using actionable insights and metrics.
• Conduct advanced investigations of cloud-based threats, anomalies, and suspicious access behavior.
• Produce detailed documentation, SOPs, runbooks, and executive-level reports.
• Champion continuous improvement, automation, and best practices across cloud security operations.

Mandatory Certification Required:

(At least one required; multiple strongly preferred)

Core Certifications

• Microsoft SC-200 Security Operations Analyst
• Microsoft SC-400 Information Protection Administrator
• Netskope Certified Cloud Security Administrator (NCCSA)
• CCSK Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge

Preferred Advanced Certifications

• CCSP Certified Cloud Security Professional
• CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• AZ-500 Microsoft Azure Security Engineer
• Netskope Certified Cloud Security Specialist (NCCSS)

Technical Skills Required:

CASB Technologies

• Expert-level skills in:
  • Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (MCAS)
  • Netskope CASB and Netskope NewEdge Platform
• Ability to configure and optimize:
  • DLP policies
  • Access and session controls
  • Discovery dashboards and custom reports
  • API and real-time inline controls
• Strong knowledge of Shadow IT governance and SaaS risk scoring.

Technical Skills Required:

Cloud Identity Security

• Strong understanding of:
  • Azure AD / Entra ID
  • Conditional Access
  • Identity Governance
  • OAuth, SAML, SCIM, and modern authentication protocols
• General understanding of AWS and GCP security features is beneficial.

Security Operations Analytics

• Experience with SIEM platforms such as:
  • Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, or equivalent
• Strong log analysis, threat detection, correlation, and incident handling skills.
• Knowledge of integration between CASB, DLP, EDR, and SOAR platforms.

Networking Architecture

• Understanding of:
  • Zero Trust architecture
  • SASE components
  • SSL/TLS inspection
  • Reverse proxy technologies
  • API security and cloud architecture principles

Behavioral / team skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including ability to explain complex security concepts in simple terms.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in fast-paced cloud and security environments.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to mentor junior team members.
• Proactive, structured, and self-driven approach to work.
• Strong documentation and presentation abilities.

Educational qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Masters degree in Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, or Information Systems is preferred.
• Equivalent practical experience may be considered for exceptional candidates.