Azure Security Architect

Contract Opportunity: Azure Security Architect - GenAI Focus

Location: Remote (Finland)
Type: Freelance / Contract
Start Date: Immediate
Duration: 4 months

We're working with a forward-thinking organisation that's scaling its AI capabilities on Microsoft Azure. As part of a strategic initiative, they're looking for a Security Architect with deep hands-on experience in Azure cloud security and Generative AI (GenAI) deployments.

What You'll Be Doing

* Assess and enhance the security posture of GenAI and AI platforms built on Azure
* Design secure, scalable cloud architectures aligned with business and compliance needs
* Define and implement a road map for security uplift across Azure services
* Collaborate with engineering teams to embed secure-by-design principles into the development life cycle
* Identify and mitigate GenAI-specific risks

What You'll Deliver

* Architecture review and recommendations
* Security uplift strategy and road map
* Implementation plan for security controls
* Secure SDLC guidelines
* GenAI risk assessment and mitigation framework

What We're Looking For

* Proven experience as a Security Architect in Azure environments
* Strong command of Azure-native security tools (e.g., Defender, Sentinel, Key Vault, RBAC)
* Hands-on experience with GenAI platforms (e.g., Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Studio)
* Ability to implement security controls
* Relevant certifications (e.g., AZ-500, SC-100, SC-300)
* Familiarity with compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR)