Afarax is looking for a freelance Defender for Cloud Engineer. We need youThe projectOur client in the Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage sector, is seeking an experienced Defender for Cloud Engineer to strengthen their team.Key responsibilitiesDefender for Cloud engineering:Design, implement, and optimize Microsoft Defender for Cloud for Servers (P1/P2)Configure enrollment and policy assignment for hybrid-joined and non-hybrid joined servers, including Windows Core Edition and Workgroup serversDeploy Defender for Cloud for Servers at scale, ensuring consistent security posture across On-Prem and hybrid workloadsIntegrate Azure Arc for enrollment, governance, and hybrid server managementAutomation & operations:Automate deployment, configuration, and policy enforcement using PowerShell and scripting frameworksSupport server lifecycle management across Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 environmentsCollaborate with SOC to monitor Defender for Cloud telemetry and enable rapid detection and responseGovernance, compliance & risk:Ensure Defender for Cloud services comply with ISO 27001, NIS2, and DORA requirementsProvide input for audits, threat modeling, and incident post-mortemsContinuously improve the cloud security posture through telemetry analysis and best practicesCross-platform & advisory:Support additional platforms including RedHat Linux distributions when integrated into Defender for CloudProvide expertise on EndPoint protection interoperability with solutions like McAfee/Trellix and SCCMAdvise IT and business teams on secure deployment and configuration practicesIs this you?5+ years in IT/security with proven expertise in cloud/server securityDeep hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Defender for Cloud for Servers P1/P2Strong experience with server enrollment and policy assignment (hybrid and non-hybrid)Experience in deploying Defender for Cloud for Servers at scaleProficiency in Microsoft PowerShell scripting and Windows Server management (2016/2019/2022)Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Azure Arc enrollment and governanceExposure to Linux security hardening (RedHat distributions)Familiarity with McAfee/Trellix EndPoint SecurityExperience with SCCM deploymentsHow afarax supports you?You benefit from our extensive networkYou will have access to projects that fit your expertiseWe help and support you throughout your projectWe offer the possibility to build a valuable and lasting partnership