We are seeking a number of Microsoft Security Engineers to join our practice, to respond to strong demand-led growth. The core responsibilities of this role include: 

• Implement cloud security controls through a combination of Microsoft-native cyber security mechanisms, third party tools and process automation workflows.

• Advise on and optimise the configuration of client’s existing security tools, e.g. Defender for Endpoint, Sentinel Devender for Identity, Defender for Cloud, and others.

• Reduce security vulnerabilities and configuration weaknesses.

• Lead on the DevSecOps initiatives to ensure an integrated approach to security by working with internal and client development teams. 

• Provide technical support at all stages of the delivery lifecycle, including consultancy to stakeholders

• Capture and share knowledge and ensuring use of documentation within engineering teams

• Monitor operational security of environments and respond to threats. Evaluate alerts and events generated by security tools, and help fine-tuning the security solutions to minimise the amount of false-positive alerts

• Build the documentation and automation scripts necessary for the security operations team to take appropriate actions.

• Work with the Cloud Operations teams in the definition and implementation of security standards and best practices

Required Skill Set - 

• Demonstrable experience in a similar role, with a proven track record of successful implementations within client-facing roles.

• Strong understanding and practical experience in infrastructure and Cloud platform security

• Able to communicate technical and complex topics in straightforward terms.

• Having Cloud security certifications such as CCSP or CCSK is desirable

• Experience working in Agile teams

• Practical, hands-on experience with Microsoft Cyber security technologies.

• Familiarity with a programming or scripting languages and MSFT Azure automation approaches

• Security Certifications (e.g. CEH, SANS GSEC, ISC2 CISSP) is advantageous.