Cloud Security Engineer - Kuala Lumpur

Title: Cloud Security Engineer

Location : Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Payroll : Skill Quotient Technologies ( www.skillquotientgroup.com / www.secure-plex.com )

Duration: 1 year extendable contract

Apply only if you are ready to relocate within 30 days.

Requirements

1. A bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field; a master's degree is preferred.
2. 510 years of experience as a Cloud Engineer or in a similar role, with a strong focus on Microsoft
3. Cloud technologies. Experience with AWS or other cloud platforms is a plus.
4. Proficient in Microsoft security tools, including:

o Microsoft Sentinel

o Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

o Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps

o Microsoft Defender for Cloud

o Microsoft Defender for Office 365

4. Strong understanding of:

o Cloud security architecture

o Identity and Access Management (IAM)

o Data encryption techniques

o Regulatory compliance standards

5. Holds relevant certifications such as:

o Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate

o Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) Or equivalent industry-recognized credentials

6. Hands-on experience with SOAR tools and technologies, demonstrating the ability to automate and orchestrate security response workflows.

7. Skilled in scripting and automation using tools such as:

o PowerShell, Python, PowerBI (Power Query, DAX, M Language)

o Regex for log parsing and data extraction

8. Practical experience with Winlogbeat, Windows Event Forwarding (WEF), or similar tools for log collection and forwarding in Windows environments.