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Requirements
Must:
- 5–10 years in cloud or infrastructure security roles.
- Deep experience with Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, and Azure security configurations.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, AD DS, RBAC, and hybrid identity security.
- Hands-on experience with EDR (MDE), CSPM tools, and vulnerability management platforms.
- Practical understanding of Zero Trust architecture and secure-by-design methodologies.
- Familiarity with PCI DSS, NIST, and ISO 27001 frameworks.
- Awareness of AWS security fundamentals (Guard Duty, KMS, IAM Identity Center) (desirable).
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) security (Terraform, Bicep) and DevSecOps practices (desirable).
- Scripting for automation using PowerShell or Python (desirable).
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent experience.
- Preferred certifications include AZ-500, SC-300, SC-100, or CISSP/CCSP.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to remain composed under pressure during security incidents.
- Excellent communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders across the technology organization.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement security controls across Azure, on-prem servers, and SaaS applications while maintaining hardening standards based on CIS and NIST benchmarks.
- Define standards for Entra ID and Active Directory, overseeing requirements for Conditional Access, MFA, SSO, and PIM.
- Own and operate the SIEM/SOAR stack, including Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR, to develop detection rules and support forensic investigations.
- Enforce secure baselines across virtualized environments (VMware/Hyper-V), Windows Servers, and Azure IaaS workloads.
- Manage the certificate lifecycle (PKI/AD CS) and implement data classification and DLP strategies using Microsoft Purview.
- Manage Azure Landing Zone security and connectivity, collaborating with Network Engineering to validate secure firewall and VPN configurations.
- Support audit readiness for ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and Cyber Essentials Plus, ensuring all remediation progress is tracked and documented.
Description
We are a leading UK retail organization undergoing a significant digital transformation. We seek a technical and hands-on Senior Security Engineer to design, implement, and operate robust security controls across a complex hybrid environment. In this role, you will bridge the gap between strategy and execution and collaborate closely with Network, Infrastructure, and Application teams to ensure that secure-by-design solutions are integrated across the ecosystem. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment for all our employees.
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