Azure Cloud Security & TX-RAMP Compliance Consultant

Azure Cloud Security & TX-RAMP Compliance Consultant

United States - Remote 1099 Contractor

Job Description

Safal Partners is seeking a hands-on contractor to build and secure an Azure environment for one of our solutions and lead it through

TX-RAMP certification with the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR). You will own the technical build, the security documentation, and the DIR submission, and then support ongoing compliance reporting.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and configure a secure Azure environment (identity, networking, logging, backup, encryption)
• Map controls to TX-RAMP requirements and close gaps
• Write the security documentation and policies DIR expects
• Prepare and submit the TX-RAMP assessment package and answer DIR questions
• Set up vulnerability scanning and produce the required periodic reports

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years in Azure infrastructure and security
• Direct experience with TX-RAMP, GovRAMP (formerly StateRAMP), or FedRAMP
• Working knowledge of NIST 800-53 controls
• Clear writer who can produce audit-ready documentation
• Azure certification (AZ-104, AZ-500, or AZ-305) and at least one security certification
• (CISSP, CCSP, CISM, or CISA)
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and pass a background check

Preferred Qualifications

• AZ-500 specifically
• Experience with education or student data (FERPA)
• Texas public-sector clients

Additional Information

Job Type: Part-time, 1099 contractor

Contract Duration: 2–3 months, with possible ongoing support

Hours: 20 to 30 hours per week (Central time preferred)

Location: Remote, must be authorized to work in the United States and pass a background check