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- 8-10 years of experience in software engineering.
- 2-4 years of experience in a people management role.
- Strong understanding of Kubernetes security concepts, including network policies, RBAC, workload identity, container runtime security, and supply chain security.
- Hands-on experience with Kubernetes on major cloud providers (Azure AKS, AWS EKS, GCP GKE) and security best practices for cloud-native workloads.
- Familiarity with Terraform, Pulumi, or other IaC tools to manage Kubernetes deployments securely.
- Experience implementing secure CI/CD pipelines, image scanning, policy enforcement (OPA/Gatekeeper/Kyverno), and runtime security tools (Falco, Aqua, etc.).
- Knowledge of detecting, analyzing, and responding to security incidents in Kubernetes environments.
- Proven ability to lead security-focused engineering teams, collaborate with security, platform, and developer teams, and drive adoption of security best practices.
- Experience with container-based development, including Docker and Kubernetes.
- Deep understanding of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) security features, including Azure Policy, Microsoft Defender for Containers, Azure AD workload identity, and confidential computing.
- Bachelor’s Degree AND 4+ years’ experience in software engineering, or product development OR equivalent experience.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work across different geographies, including the United States, Israel, and India.
- Experience using Azure DevOps for tracking planning and execution.
- CKA, CKS, CISSP, or other relevant security and Kubernetes certifications.
- Experience with security frameworks such as NIST, CIS Benchmarks, and PCI-DSS, and ability to assess and mitigate risks in Kubernetes environments.
- Define and drive the Kubernetes security roadmap, ensuring alignment with organizational security and compliance requirements.
- Establish and enforce best practices for securing Kubernetes workloads, including network policies, RBAC, and supply chain security.
- Partner with Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Platform Engineering teams to align Kubernetes security initiatives with broader security frameworks (e.g., Microsoft SDL, Defender for Cloud, 1ES)
- Lead the design, implementation, and enforcement of secure-by-default configurations for AKS and Kubernetes workloads.
- Engage with internal and external security communities, contributing to security standards and best practices within Microsoft.
- Lead and mentor a team of security-focused engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence.
- Establish team OKRs/KPIs for measuring security improvements and operational effectiveness.
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