Azure Cloud Security Engineer

About the position

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Azure Cloud Security Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a technical engineer, you will work with vendors, architectural teams and department management to continually improve information technology infrastructure as well as drive the adoption of the latest technologies. You will work closely with the IT Leadership team and Cyber security team to deliver transformation aligned to a “Cloud First” strategy. You will provide mentoring and training to others both within and outside of the IT Services department.

Responsibilities

• Review, recommend and implement security solutions within an Azure cloud environment to meet industry best practice
• Utilize Microsoft Defender for Endpoint to protect and secure endpoints
• Perform forensic investigation and analysis and remediation
• Implement and manage security measures using Microsoft Defender for Cloud
• Monitor and respond to security incidents using Microsoft Sentinel
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards
• Implement and manage security measures using Azure Policy
• Writing appropriate technical documentation, ensuring documents are up to date

Requirements

• Strong background in cloud security, particularly within the Azure ecosystem
• Proficient in using Microsoft Sentinel as a SIEM and SOAR tool
• Expertise in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Microsoft Defender for Cloud
• Experience as a SOC Analyst

Benefits

• Salary range of £45,000 to £57,000 depending on experience
• Flexible benefits package
• Remote working for qualified candidates or hybrid working with an average of 2 days per week on site
• Compressed nine-day fortnight and compressed hours - every other Friday off
• Personalized career development plan with regular progress reviews
• Flexible working environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace