Role Overview
* Senior security specialist supporting our client's enterprise IT and security operations
* Focus on Microsoft-based security platforms and modern cyber-security practices
* Combination of hands-on operational security, incident response, and advisory responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
* Daily administration and optimization of Microsoft Security components
* Defender for Endpoint
* Defender for Cloud
* Defender for Identity
* Perform and validate security checklists and baseline controls
* Monitor, analyze, and follow up on security events, alerts, and vulnerabilities
* Propose and drive concrete security improvement actions
* Coordinate and track security-related tasks and remediation tickets across teams
* Contribute to identity and access management initiatives
* Conditional Access
* Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
* Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
* Ensure operational configurations and changes align with security policies and guidelines
* Track and assess new developments within the Microsoft ecosystem from a security perspective
* Actively perform and support incident response and threat hunting activities
* Act as a security advisor and evangelist for security policies across the organization
Security Governance & Operational Follow-up
* Ensure security controls are implemented, maintained, and properly documented
* Monitor and report on:
* Device compliance
* Microsoft Secure Score
* Asset inventory
* Lifecycle management of operating systems and applications
* Security policy documentation
* Security processes and procedures
* Identify, manage, and coordinate security incidents according to defined processes
Profile & Expertise
* Proven background in ICT and cybersecurity, with strong Microsoft focus
* Broad experience as a System Engineer to accurately assess incidents and risks
* Strong understanding of security methodologies, best practices, and industry standards
* Experience with security frameworks and standards:
* NIST
* CIS
* ISO 27001
* Cyberfundamentals
* Familiarity with NIS2 is a strong plus
Certifications (or Equivalent Experience)
* Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator
* Azure Security Engineer
* Microsoft Certified Cybersecurity Architect Expert
* Other relevant cybersecurity certifications
Technology Stack
* Active Directory / ADFS
* Microsoft Entra ID
* Intune / Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM)
* Microsoft Defender Suite
* Azure
* VMware
* Fortinet
* Cisco switching