Azure Cloud Consultant - Security Type: Contract, 6 months, Inside IR35Location: Ipswich 3 days p/week, 2 days remote We''re looking for an Azure Cloud Consultant (Security) to support the design, implementation, and validation of security controls across Microsoft Azure environments. This is a hands-on, advisory role, working closely with engineering and delivery teams to ensure cloud security best practices are embedded as platforms scale. You''ll play a key role in assessing existing environments, defining appropriate controls, and validating that those controls are effective, compliant, and fit for purpose within fast-moving cloud migration and transformation programmes. The Role Assess existing Azure environments and identify required cloud security controlsDesign, implement, and validate security controls across cloud platformsTest and assure the effectiveness of security controls against best practice and compliance requirementsProvide pragmatic guidance on cloud security frameworks, tooling, and continuous improvementWork closely with technical and delivery teams to embed security into cloud adoptionSupport emerging areas such as AI agents and AI-enabled workloads, helping teams navigate new security considerations Required Experience Strong hands-on experience working within Microsoft Azure environmentsProven experience with Microsoft Defender for CloudExperience using Prisma Cloud (Palo Alto)Solid background in cloud security architecture, security controls, and con