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Microsoft Consultant | 6 Months | Inside IR35 £400 a Day | Remote
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Sentinel & Purview
Job Purpose:
Leverage your expert knowledge of Microsoft's security solutions to deliver top-tier consulting services. This contract role involves extensive hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Sentinel, and Microsoft Purview, working alongside client stakeholders to protect their digital environments, ensure rapid threat detection and response, and enhance cybersecurity defenses.
Key Responsibilities:
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Expertise:
Endpoint Threat Management:Configure and deploy Microsoft Defender for Endpoint in complex environments, including endpoint hardening and attack surface reduction.
Automated Threat Detection & Incident Response:Setup automated workflows for threat mitigation while minimizing false positives.
Threat Hunting and Vulnerability Management:Utilize Threat & Vulnerability Management to proactively identify and address security gaps.
Integration & Customization:Develop custom detection rules and response playbooks; integrate with third-party tools.
Microsoft Sentinel Expertise:
Comprehensive SIEM Implementation:Deploy and configure Microsoft Sentinel as a SIEM, integrating data from various sources.
Advanced Analytics & KQL:Create analytics rules and workbooks using Kusto Query Language.
Automation & Playbook Design:Implement automated playbooks leveraging Sentinel's orchestration capabilities.
Microsoft Purview Expertise:
Data Governance & Compliance:Configure Microsoft Purview to ensure compliance with regulations like GDPR and CCPA.
Data Loss Prevention (DLP):Implement DLP strategies across varied platforms.
Data Insights & Reporting:Provide insights on data landscapes using Microsoft Purview’s tools.
Client-Centric Consulting:
Workshops & Training:Lead workshops and knowledge sessions to maximize the utilization of Microsoft security solutions.
Post-Implementation Reviews:Conduct assessments to evaluate and improve solution performance.
Stakeholder Engagement:Collaborate with executive stakeholders for strategic guidance on security practices.
Qualifications & Skills:
Technical Expertise:
Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Sentinel SIEM functionality, and Microsoft Purview.
Proficiency in KQL for creating customized queries and dashboards.
Skilled in SIEM and SOAR functionalities, focusing on automation and incident orchestration.
Certifications:
Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200) [Required].
Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500) [Preferred].
Microsoft Certified: Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention Specialist [Highly Desirable].
Experience:
5+ Years in Cybersecurity focusing on endpoint protection, SIEM solutions, and data governance.
Extensive experience in incident response, threat hunting, and effective security control implementation.
Proven record of delivering successful security projects within tight deadlines and managing client expectations effectively.This role is Fully Remote Inside IR35 paying £400 a day
If this role is of interest and you fit the above requirements please apply here and / or pop me an email to becca.coombes @ (url removed) with your full CV and we can discuss it futher
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