Lead Cloud Security Engineer

CompanyEPAM Systems

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

Employment TypeFull-time

Posted At1/8/2026

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IT business analysts, architects and systems designers

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Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Cloud Security Systems Engineer to design, implement and enhance our cloud security frameworks focusing on protecting, monitoring and governing data across Microsoft Purview and Microsoft 365 collaboration environments.

In this key role, you will support and evolve data governance strategies to ensure regulatory compliance, reduce risks associated with data leakage and enable secure collaboration across our organization. If you're ready to take ownership of our cloud security initiatives and make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement and maintain data governance and security strategies to protect sensitive data across Microsoft Purview and Microsoft 365 platforms
Lead the design and management of tools and frameworks for secure data collaboration in line with organizational standards and regulatory requirements
Monitor and enforce compliance with data protection regulations (e.g. GDPR, SOX) and internal policies to minimize governance risks
Deploy and configure data loss prevention (DLP) tools to reduce data leakage risks and enable secure data sharing
Proactively identify vulnerabilities, gaps and risks in cloud environments and recommend practical solutions to mitigate them
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, data governance and compliance to align security goals with business objectives
Conduct risk assessments, audits and continuous monitoring of cloud platforms to ensure adherence to best practices
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior team members and other stakeholders to elevate cloud security capabilities
Stay up to date with emerging cloud security trends, technologies and industry developments applying insights to continuously strengthen EPAM's security posture

Requirements

Proven experience as a Cloud Security Engineer, Information Security Specialist or similar role with a focus on data governance and cloud security

Strong expertise in Microsoft Purview, Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance tools and related governance frameworks

Comprehensive understanding of cloud security principles including data protection, access control and compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g. GDPR, CCPA, etc.)

Prior experience designing and implementing data loss prevention (DLP) strategies and technologies

Familiarity with Microsoft Azure Security services such as Azure AD, Azure Information Protection and Azure Security Center

Solid knowledge of security standards and frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001 and CIS benchmarks

Strong analytical skills with an ability to identify risks, prioritize solutions and operationalize governance controls

Experience with identity and access management (IAM), incident response and security monitoring in cloud-native environments

Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills

Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst, CISSP, CCSP or Azure Security Engineer Associate are preferred

Nice to have

Experience with AI security frameworks

We offer

EPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Protection benefits including life assurance, income protection and critical illness cover
Private medical insurance and dental care
Employee Assistance Program
Competitive group pension plan
Cyclescheme, Techscheme and season ticket loans
Various perks such as free Wednesday lunch in-office, on-site massages and regular social events
Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, over 22,000 courses on LinkedIn Learning Solutions and much more
If otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus program
If otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program
*All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements