Cloud Application Security Consultant

Cloud Application Security Consultant

We are one of the world's largest technology-driven Audit, Consulting, Tax, Strategy and Transaction services. With a presence in more than 150 countries, here you will have the opportunity to live the exceptional experiences that only EY can offer, with global reach, inclusive culture and technology to become your best version.

Are you seeking a position that allows you to demonstrate your information security skills, experience and ability to solve complex problems?  This position is an opportunity to embed information security in a strategic investment by the EY Tax practice that is intended to enable innovation and disruptive new services.

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Your key responsibilities

This position is a leading and consulting role in designing, developing and implementing all aspects of security for complex global applications based on Microsoft Azure technology and generally the Microsoft technology stack.  The role is very much an individual contributor capable of supporting multiple project teams.  In other words, it is not a program management or oversight role, but one that requires detailed participation in the design, implementation and certification of security controls across the multiple projects/applications.  This requires knowledge of various IT system architecture and Cloud technology, as well as supporting technology such as IAM, network security, firewalls, user account management, audit and logging, and other security concepts as outlined in ISO27001, OWASP and related security standards.  Also, should have knowledge of 3rd Party security assessments and applicability of SOC1 and SOC2 reports and concepts of vendor risk management.

The position requires being able to work remotely and will leverage EY’s collaboration tools such as Teams, SharePoint, and AzureDevOps.

Skills and attributes for success

Significant working security experience and knowledge in the design, implementation and operation of security controls in one of the following areas:

• Agile & DevOps Methodologies – Experience as a contributing member of a balanced team within an Agile development or DevOps environment;

• Application Security - Experience with the design of security controls for multi-tier business solutions including the design of application-level access and entitlement management, data tenancy and isolation, encryption, and logging. Working familiarity with REST API and microservices architecture;

• Cloud Security –Technical understanding of virtualization, cloud infrastructure, and public cloud offerings and experience designing security configuration and controls within cloud-based solutions in Microsoft Azure Google GCP, Amazon AWS and other vendors;

• Infrastructure Security – Experience with the integration of common infrastructure security technologies and solutions into business solution architectures including the integration of identity & access management, intrusion detection and prevention, security monitoring, and data encryption solutions;

• Identity and Access Management - Active Directory based Identity and Access Management and Authorization design experience and integration with IDaaS and Federation technologies.

To qualify for the role, you must have experience in

• Extensive experience in implementing, advising on, and consulting about security configurations across complex IT architectures, including cloud environments (primarily Microsoft's, but also including a range of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS offerings from multiple vendors) and on-premises solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of IT system architecture concepts and cloud technologies, along with associated technologies such as Identity and Access Management (IAM), network security, firewalls, software development best practices, systems auditing, system hardening, and other security principles as outlined in ISO27001, OWASP, and related security standards.
• Proficiency in interpreting security reports (SAST and DAST) and testing outcomes for applications, providing advice on necessary corrections and security measures based on policies and non-functional requirements.
• A degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Excellent communication skills, English speaking (knowledge of Spanish is an advantage), and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders ranging from developers and architects to business leaders and EY's clients.

Ideally, you’ll also have

It is preferred that candidates possess additional working security experience and knowledge in one or more of the following areas:

• Operational Security – Experience with defining operational models and procedures for business solutions including the operation and maintenance of infrastructure and application security controls.

• Information Security Standards – Knowledge of common information security standards such as: ISO 27001/27002, NIST CSF, FEDRAMP, CSA and CIS Controls.

• Cloud security certifications such as AZ-300 Azure Architect Technologies

• Product Management – working with a broader business team on aspects of security that affect all phases from concept to design to implementation and then operational support.

What we look for

We are looking for individuals with a passion for information security and demonstrated ability to apply their knowledge to new and emerging technologies that are supporting the growth strategy of a global professional services firm.