Security Azure Lead

We have partnered with a growing security firm who have created a global presence whilst developing an unique advanced threat detection platform. They are looking for a technical lead, with a strong skill set in Azure to help them bolster out their offering. There is real potential for this all round specialist to make this role their own and help define a “next-gen solution”.

This role is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong technical, communication, and customer-facing skills. They require an individual that can manage a small team to efficiently and effectively maintain customers Microsoft Sentinel and cloud security environments.

Essential Skills:

• Windows & Linux Operating Systems (configuring, maintaining, troubleshooting)

• Microsoft Azure Sentinel

• Microsoft Azure (Security Administrator functions - Conditional Access, Intune, Identity Protection etc)

• Kusto KQL including query optimisation

• JSON

• Familiar with security technologies (Firewalls, Proxy, Linux or Windows)

• Microsoft Defender (Endpoint & Office 365)

• Security Investigations (this could be a from a wide pool of skills, such as investigating security alerts, incident response, security audits, configuration reviews, industry best practices, etc.)

• SIEM Use case and filter creation/management

• Developing new SIEM rules & correlations

• Microsoft Azure (security specific such as conditional access, Intune, Identity Protection)

• Good written and Verbal communication skills

• Assist with technical pre-sales if required

Experience Required:

• Previous experience in a SOC or security team

• Experience with a SIEM or Azure Sentinel (preferred)

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge of Security Frameworks e.g. ISO27001, NIST etc

• Understanding of Information Security Principles

• Good Interpersonal and communication skills, works effectively as a team player

• Organized with a proven ability to prioritize workload, meet deadlines, and utilize time effectively

• Analytical skills

Desirable Certifications:

Any Azure / industry certifications are desirable

If you are technically hands on with the latest technologies and would like to manage a small team whilst defining an awesome solution then this is the role for you.