Cyber Security Azure Specialist

MSC Cruises is seeking a Cyber Security Azure Specialist to join its Cyber Defense team.

Key Accountabilities

• Assess, review, and validate security configurations across Microsoft Azure subscriptions, resources, and services.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of Azure security controls following Microsoft security best practices.
• Review and assess security configurations within Microsoft Entra ID and related Microsoft security services.
• Analyze and improve Conditional Access Policies, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and authentication security controls.
• Perform periodic security assessments of Active Directory environments, Domain Controllers, and Group Policy Objects (GPOs).
• Identify security gaps, misconfigurations, excessive privileges, weak security settings, and compliance deviations across cloud and on-premises environments.
• Track remediation activities and report on security posture improvements and risk reduction initiatives.
• Participate in cybersecurity improvement initiatives, security hardening projects, and security posture enhancement programs.
• Contribute to maintaining alignment with Microsoft security best practices, CIS Benchmarks, and organizational security standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cyber Security, Information Technology, or a related discipline. Equivalent practical experience may be considered
• 2-3 years of experience in Cyber Security, Cloud Security, Infrastructure Security, or Security Engineering.
• Previous experience in a consulting company is highly preferred.
• Experience working within multinational or complex enterprise environments is considered an advantage.
• Fluent Italian (written and spoken) is mandatory.
• Fluent English (written and spoken) is mandatory.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to coordinate technical remediation activities across multiple teams.
• Strong attention to detail and security-oriented mindset.

VISA Requirements

Right to work in Italy

What we offer

In compliance with the applicable pay transparency legislation, the following information is provided regarding the initial compensation foreseen for the position.

Contract

• Type of contract: Permanent
• Hybrid working model: 2 days per week remotely
• Applicable Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL): “Addetti agli uffici ed ai terminals delle società di navigazione che esercitano l’armamento privato” – sez. personale di terra
• Gross annual salary (RAL): between €28.000 – €35.000 gross per year, paid over 14 monthly installments
• Meal vouchers: worth €8 per on-site working day

Welfare & Wellbeing

We offer a range of Welfare&Wellbeing Initiatives as well as benefits including Productivity award, Health Insurance, Learning opportunities, flexible working hours, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounts & Partnerships within the MSC group.

Our commitment

We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.