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How much do azure az 500 jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for azure az 500 in the United States is $58.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.88 and $65.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Azure AZ-500 (Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate), and why are they important?

To excel as an Azure AZ-500 Security Engineer Associate, you need a solid understanding of Microsoft Azure security concepts, cloud computing, networking, and identity management, typically backed by experience and the AZ-500 certification. Familiarity with Azure Security Center, Azure Sentinel, Microsoft Defender, and related security tools is crucial. Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and effective communication help you respond to security incidents and collaborate with teams. These skills and qualifications are vital to protecting cloud infrastructure, mitigating risks, and ensuring compliance in dynamic enterprise environments.

What is the AZ-500 certification?

The AZ-500 is a Microsoft certification exam focused on Azure Security Engineer Associate skills. It tests your ability to implement security controls, manage identity and access, protect data, and manage security operations on Microsoft Azure. Earning this certification demonstrates your expertise in securing Azure environments and is valuable for IT professionals aiming for roles related to cloud and security. The exam covers a broad range of security topics, including threat protection, platform protection, and security monitoring.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in the Azure AZ-500 (Azure Security Engineer Associate) role?

One common challenge for Azure AZ-500 professionals is staying updated with the rapidly evolving landscape of Azure security features and best practices. Security engineers must also manage complex configurations and ensure compliance across hybrid or multi-cloud environments, which requires continuous learning and adaptability. Collaboration with development, operations, and compliance teams is crucial to effectively implement security controls and respond to incidents. Being proactive in monitoring threats and automating security tasks can help manage workload and enhance protection.

What is the difference between Azure Az 500 vs Azure Security Engineer?

AspectAzure Az 500Azure Security Engineer
CertificationsMicrosoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer AssociateMicrosoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
Work EnvironmentFocuses on implementing security controls, managing identity, and securing cloud resources within AzureDesigns and implements security solutions, monitors security posture, and responds to security incidents in Azure
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by cloud administrators, security professionals, and IT teams managing Azure environmentsEmployed by security teams, cloud engineers, and IT professionals responsible for Azure security

The Azure Az 500 and Azure Security Engineer roles share similar certifications and work environments, both focusing on securing Azure cloud environments. However, the Az 500 is more aligned with implementing security controls and managing security infrastructure, while the Security Engineer role emphasizes designing security solutions and incident response. Both roles are essential in cloud security teams and often overlap in daily tasks.

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Cloud Security Manager - Azure Infrastructure & AI

Cloud Security Manager - Azure Infrastructure & AI

Deloitte

Austin, TX • On-site

$65 - $86.25/hr

Other

Posted 19 days ago


Deloitte rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 86 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

58th of 138 rated financial services


Job description

Our Deloitte Cyber team understands the unique challenges and opportunities businesses face in cybersecurity. Join our team to deliver powerful solutions to help our clients navigate the ever-changing threat landscape. Through powerful solutions and managed services that simplify complexity, we enable our clients to operate with resilience, grow with confidence, and proactively manage to secure success.

Recruiting for this role ends on 12/31/2026.

Work you'll do

As a Cloud Security Manager on the Cloud Cyber Risk team, you will be responsible for:

  • Leading Azure cloud cyber risk engagements across governance, identity, application security, platform as a service security, infrastructure security, AI security, security monitoring, resilience, and data protection
  • Managing project delivery activities across onshore and offshore teams, including solution design, assessments, implementations, health checks, and post-implementation reviews
  • Serving as the primary day-to-day client contact, providing guidance on Azure, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, and cloud security risk mitigation strategies
  • Overseeing development of project deliverables, including assessment reports, architecture designs, technical recommendations, compliance reporting, and remediation plans
  • Supporting business development, talent, and practice activities, including proposal development, point of view creation, internal training, recruiting, and coaching

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
  • Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
  • Ability to lead projects or workstreams
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others

The team

Our Enterprise Security offering embeds security in all aspects of digital transformation by securing a client's technical backbone while enabling secure digital transformation. Includes security architecture, secure development and deployment, end-to-end cyber cloud capabilities, application security, and security for emerging technologies and connected products.

Qualifications

Required:

  • 6+ years of experience in technical consulting, client problem solving, solution architecture, or solution design in Azure environments
  • 4+ years of hands-on experience designing and implementing cloud security solutions in public, private, or hybrid cloud environments
  • 4+ years of experience designing enterprise cloud security architectures and strategies
  • 4+ years of experience with Azure Policy, Terraform, or JavaScript Object Notation (JSON)-based infrastructure configuration
  • 3+ years architecting security on Microsoft Azure, including controls for Azure AI services such as Microsoft Foundry or Azure OpenAI covering data protection, identity and access management, and model scanning
  • 3+ years of experience with cloud native application protection platform (CNAPP), cloud security posture management (CSPM), or cloud workload protection platform (CWPP) technologies
  • Ability to travel 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
  • Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.

Preferred:

  • Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Security, Engineering, or Information Technology
  • Previous consulting experience
  • Microsoft certification in Azure or Security, including AZ-500, AZ-204, SC-900, SC-100, SC-200, SC-300, SC-400, SC-500, AI-300, AI-103, or AI-200
  • Cybersecurity certification such as Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Experience with identity and access management technologies and services
  • Experience with Azure data, analytics, or artificial intelligence and machine learning services

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $134,500 to $265,100.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.+

Qualifications:

Our Deloitte Cyber team understands the unique challenges and opportunities businesses face in cybersecurity. Join our team to deliver powerful solutions to help our clients navigate the ever-changing threat landscape. Through powerful solutions and managed services that simplify complexity, we enable our clients to operate with resilience, grow with confidence, and proactively manage to secure success.

Recruiting for this role ends on 12/31/2026.

Work you'll do

As a Cloud Security Manager on the Cloud Cyber Risk team, you will be responsible for:

  • Leading Azure cloud cyber risk engagements across governance, identity, application security, platform as a service security, infrastructure security, AI security, security monitoring, resilience, and data protection
  • Managing project delivery activities across onshore and offshore teams, including solution design, assessments, implementations, health checks, and post-implementation reviews
  • Serving as the primary day-to-day client contact, providing guidance on Azure, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, and cloud security risk mitigation strategies
  • Overseeing development of project deliverables, including assessment reports, architecture designs, technical recommendations, compliance reporting, and remediation plans
  • Supporting business development, talent, and practice activities, including proposal development, point of view creation, internal training, recruiting, and coaching

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
  • Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
  • Ability to lead projects or workstreams
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others

The team

Our Enterprise Security offering embeds security in all aspects of digital transformation by securing a client's technical backbone while enabling secure digital transformation. Includes security architecture, secure development and deployment, end-to-end cyber cloud capabilities, application security, and security for emerging technologies and connected products.

Qualifications

Required:

  • 6+ years of experience in technical consulting, client problem solving, solution architecture, or solution design in Azure environments
  • 4+ years of hands-on experience designing and implementing cloud security solutions in public, private, or hybrid cloud environments
  • 4+ years of experience designing enterprise cloud security architectures and strategies
  • 4+ years of experience with Azure Policy, Terraform, or JavaScript Object Notation (JSON)-based infrastructure configuration
  • 3+ years architecting security on Microsoft Azure, including controls for Azure AI services such as Microsoft Foundry or Azure OpenAI covering data protection, identity and access management, and model scanning
  • 3+ years of experience with cloud native application protection platform (CNAPP), cloud security posture management (CSPM), or cloud workload protection platform (CWPP) technologies
  • Ability to travel 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
  • Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.

Preferred:

  • Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Security, Engineering, or Information Technology
  • Previous consulting experience
  • Microsoft certification in Azure or Security, including AZ-500, AZ-204, SC-900, SC-100, SC-200, SC-300, SC-400, SC-500, AI-300, AI-103, or AI-200
  • Cybersecurity certification such as Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Experience with identity and access management technologies and services
  • Experience with Azure data, analytics, or artificial intelligence and machine learning services

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $134,500 to $265,100.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.+

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