CASB - Senior Associate

Educational qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, or Information Systems is preferred.
• Equivalent practical experience may be considered for exceptional candidates.

Work experience

• 5–7 years of hands‑on experience in Cloud Security, Information Security, or Security Operations roles.

Deep, proven experience working with

• Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (Microsoft CASB / MCAS)

Netskope Security Cloud / Netskope CASB

• Experience architecting, implementing, tuning, and maintaining CASB solutions at scale.

Hands‑on involvement with CASB

• Policy configuration (DLP, Access Control, Threat Protection)
• API integrations with SaaS applications
• Cloud app discovery and Shadow IT governance
• Session controls and conditional access workflows
• Experience working with SIEM tools (Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, etc.) and integrating CASB logs.
• Involvement in cloud security incident detection, investigation, response, and reporting.
• Exposure to Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools and identity security solutions (Entra ID/Azure AD).

The ideal candidate will

• Demonstrate expert-level understanding of cloud application security, SaaS risk assessment, data protection, and Zero Trust principles.
• Be able to design and mature

CASB frameworks, including

• Cloud governance workflows
• Risk‑based access enforcement
• Data classification and DLP tuning
• Provide leadership in CASB strategy, working with architecture and compliance teams.
• Drive improvements in cloud security posture using actionable insights and metrics.
• Conduct advanced investigations of cloud‑based threats, anomalies, and suspicious access behavior.
• Produce detailed documentation, SOPs, runbooks, and executive-level reports.
• Champion continuous improvement, automation, and best practices across cloud security operations.

Mandatory Certification Required

(At least one required; multiple strongly preferred)

Core Certifications

• Microsoft SC-200 – Security Operations Analyst
• Microsoft SC-400 – Information Protection Administrator

Netskope Certified Cloud Security Administrator (NCCSA)

CCSK – Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge

Preferred Advanced Certifications

CCSP – Certified Cloud Security Professional

CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional

AZ-500 – Microsoft Azure Security Engineer

Netskope Certified Cloud Security Specialist (NCCSS)

Technical Skills Required

CASB Technologies

Expert-level skills in

o

Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (MCAS)

o

Netskope CASB and Netskope NewEdge Platform

Ability to configure and optimize

oDLP policies

oAccess and session controls

oDiscovery dashboards and custom reports

oAPI and real-time inline controls

• Strong knowledge of Shadow IT governance and SaaS risk scoring.

Technical Skills Required

Cloud & Identity Security

Strong understanding of

o

Azure AD / Entra ID

oConditional Access

oIdentity Governance

oOAuth, SAML, SCIM, and modern authentication protocols

• General understanding of AWS and GCP security features is beneficial.

Security Operations & Analytics

Experience with SIEM platforms such as

o

Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, or equivalent

• Strong log analysis, threat detection, correlation, and incident handling skills.
• Knowledge of integration between CASB, DLP, EDR, and SOAR platforms.

Networking & Architecture

Understanding of

oZero Trust architecture

oSASE components

oSSL/TLS inspection

oReverse proxy technologies

oAPI security and cloud architecture principles

Behavioral / team skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including ability to explain complex security concepts in simple terms.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in fast‑paced cloud and security environments.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to mentor junior team members.
• Proactive, structured, and self-driven approach to work.
• Strong documentation and presentation abilities.

Educational qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, or Information Systems is preferred.
• Equivalent practical experience may be considered for exceptional candidates.

Work experience

• 5–7 years of hands‑on experience in Cloud Security, Information Security, or Security Operations roles.

Deep, proven experience working with

• Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (Microsoft CASB / MCAS)

Netskope Security Cloud / Netskope CASB

• Experience architecting, implementing, tuning, and maintaining CASB solutions at scale.

Hands‑on involvement with CASB

• Policy configuration (DLP, Access Control, Threat Protection)
• API integrations with SaaS applications
• Cloud app discovery and Shadow IT governance
• Session controls and conditional access workflows
• Experience working with SIEM tools (Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, etc.) and integrating CASB logs.
• Involvement in cloud security incident detection, investigation, response, and reporting.
• Exposure to Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools and identity security solutions (Entra ID/Azure AD).

The ideal candidate will

• Demonstrate expert-level understanding of cloud application security, SaaS risk assessment, data protection, and Zero Trust principles.
• Be able to design and mature

CASB frameworks, including

• Cloud governance workflows
• Risk‑based access enforcement
• Data classification and DLP tuning
• Provide leadership in CASB strategy, working with architecture and compliance teams.
• Drive improvements in cloud security posture using actionable insights and metrics.
• Conduct advanced investigations of cloud‑based threats, anomalies, and suspicious access behavior.
• Produce detailed documentation, SOPs, runbooks, and executive-level reports.
• Champion continuous improvement, automation, and best practices across cloud security operations.

Mandatory Certification Required

(At least one required; multiple strongly preferred)

Core Certifications

• Microsoft SC-200 – Security Operations Analyst
• Microsoft SC-400 – Information Protection Administrator

Netskope Certified Cloud Security Administrator (NCCSA)

CCSK – Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge

Preferred Advanced Certifications

CCSP – Certified Cloud Security Professional

CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional

AZ-500 – Microsoft Azure Security Engineer

Netskope Certified Cloud Security Specialist (NCCSS)

Technical Skills Required

CASB Technologies

Expert-level skills in

o

Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (MCAS)

o

Netskope CASB and Netskope NewEdge Platform

Ability to configure and optimize

oDLP policies

oAccess and session controls

oDiscovery dashboards and custom reports

oAPI and real-time inline controls

• Strong knowledge of Shadow IT governance and SaaS risk scoring.

Technical Skills Required

Cloud & Identity Security

Strong understanding of

o

Azure AD / Entra ID

oConditional Access

oIdentity Governance

oOAuth, SAML, SCIM, and modern authentication protocols

• General understanding of AWS and GCP security features is beneficial.

Security Operations & Analytics

Experience with SIEM platforms such as

o

Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, or equivalent

• Strong log analysis, threat detection, correlation, and incident handling skills.
• Knowledge of integration between CASB, DLP, EDR, and SOAR platforms.

Networking & Architecture

Understanding of

oZero Trust architecture

oSASE components

oSSL/TLS inspection

oReverse proxy technologies

oAPI security and cloud architecture principles

Behavioral / team skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including ability to explain complex security concepts in simple terms.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in fast‑paced cloud and security environments.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to mentor junior team members.
• Proactive, structured, and self-driven approach to work.
• Strong documentation and presentation abilities.

Educational qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, or Information Systems is preferred.
• Equivalent practical experience may be considered for exceptional candidates.

Work experience

• 5–7 years of hands‑on experience in Cloud Security, Information Security, or Security Operations roles.

Deep, proven experience working with

• Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (Microsoft CASB / MCAS)

Netskope Security Cloud / Netskope CASB

• Experience architecting, implementing, tuning, and maintaining CASB solutions at scale.

Hands‑on involvement with CASB

• Policy configuration (DLP, Access Control, Threat Protection)
• API integrations with SaaS applications
• Cloud app discovery and Shadow IT governance
• Session controls and conditional access workflows
• Experience working with SIEM tools (Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, etc.) and integrating CASB logs.
• Involvement in cloud security incident detection, investigation, response, and reporting.
• Exposure to Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools and identity security solutions (Entra ID/Azure AD).

The ideal candidate will

• Demonstrate expert-level understanding of cloud application security, SaaS risk assessment, data protection, and Zero Trust principles.
• Be able to design and mature

CASB frameworks, including

• Cloud governance workflows
• Risk‑based access enforcement
• Data classification and DLP tuning
• Provide leadership in CASB strategy, working with architecture and compliance teams.
• Drive improvements in cloud security posture using actionable insights and metrics.
• Conduct advanced investigations of cloud‑based threats, anomalies, and suspicious access behavior.
• Produce detailed documentation, SOPs, runbooks, and executive-level reports.
• Champion continuous improvement, automation, and best practices across cloud security operations.

Mandatory Certification Required

(At least one required; multiple strongly preferred)

Core Certifications

• Microsoft SC-200 – Security Operations Analyst
• Microsoft SC-400 – Information Protection Administrator

Netskope Certified Cloud Security Administrator (NCCSA)

CCSK – Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge

Preferred Advanced Certifications

CCSP – Certified Cloud Security Professional

CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional

AZ-500 – Microsoft Azure Security Engineer

Netskope Certified Cloud Security Specialist (NCCSS)

Technical Skills Required

CASB Technologies

Expert-level skills in

o

Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (MCAS)

o

Netskope CASB and Netskope NewEdge Platform

Ability to configure and optimize

oDLP policies

oAccess and session controls

oDiscovery dashboards and custom reports

oAPI and real-time inline controls

• Strong knowledge of Shadow IT governance and SaaS risk scoring.

Technical Skills Required

Cloud & Identity Security

Strong understanding of

o

Azure AD / Entra ID

oConditional Access

oIdentity Governance

oOAuth, SAML, SCIM, and modern authentication protocols

• General understanding of AWS and GCP security features is beneficial.

Security Operations & Analytics

Experience with SIEM platforms such as

o

Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, or equivalent

• Strong log analysis, threat detection, correlation, and incident handling skills.
• Knowledge of integration between CASB, DLP, EDR, and SOAR platforms.

Networking & Architecture

Understanding of

oZero Trust architecture

oSASE components

oSSL/TLS inspection

oReverse proxy technologies

oAPI security and cloud architecture principles

Behavioral / team skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including ability to explain complex security concepts in simple terms.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in fast‑paced cloud and security environments.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to mentor junior team members.
• Proactive, structured, and self-driven approach to work.
• Strong documentation and presentation abilities.