We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Security Engineer with deep expertise in Thales Hardware Security Modules (HSM) and Microsoft Azure, preferably with hands-on experience in Azure Payment HSM. This role is critical in delivering secure cryptographic services and supporting payment operations in cloud-native environments. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and manage cryptographic solutions using Thales HSMs. Configure, deploy, and integrate Azure Payment HSM to support secure key management and payment services. Provide subject matter expertise in cryptography, key lifecycle management, and secure digital payments. Collaborate with cloud architects, developers, and compliance teams to ensure cryptographic systems are secure and compliant with PCI-DSS, GDPR, and other relevant standards. Manage HSM access policies, auditing, and secure interfaces for applications. Assist in the migration of on-prem HSM solutions to Azure or hybrid environments. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to HSM performance, integration, and availability. Key Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with Thales HSM (preferably Luna or payShield series). Experience with Thales and cards transaction switch auditing capability. Solid understanding of cryptographic principles (symmetric/asymmetric encryption, hashing, PKI). Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services. Preferably experience with Azure Payment HSM offering. Familiarity with Azure Key Vault, Managed HSM, and Azure security best practices. Experience in secure payment systems, tokenization, and EMV standards is highly desirable. Knowledge of integration patterns for secure applications and services. Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field. Thales HSM and/or Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-500, SC-100, Thales Certified Engineer ). Prior experience in financial services, fintech, or payment gateway environments .