Senior Microsoft Cloud Security Analyst

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from Expert360 Connecting Experts to Great Opportunities Title: Senior Microsoft Cloud Security Analyst Location: Sydney, Australia Work Model: Hybrid About Expert360: Expert360 empowers more than 42,000 (and growing) elite professionals around the world to find great work and be successful. Expert360 was founded in 2013 with a simple but powerful mission - to connect amazing people with great companies to get important work done. We believe in choice, flexibility and empowerment. We believe if you can change the world of work, you can change the world. Come and join us in defining and bringing to life the future of work About the role: Our client uses a wide range of Microsoft cloud technologies. As they have continued to broaden the Microsoft range of products and services, they need for a Security Analyst with specialist skills in this area has emerged. This role presents an opportunity for the right candidate to take full ownership of the Group Technology security capability, which will be predominantly Microsoft-based but is not limited to the Microsoft scope. You will be supported by a highly capable team and a very cohesive department. Critical success criteria: Reduction of critical and high-risk vulnerabilities across Microsoft cloud environments Improvements in Microsoft Secure Score and compliance score metrics Timely and effective remediation of audit and incident response findings Successful delivery of training and awareness programs with improved end-user security behaviour. Maintenance of robust documentation and adherence to change management protocols Key responsibilities: Security Program Management Identification and clear communication of risks. Proposing remediations to Technology leaders Planning and implementing findings or recommendations from annual security audits, incident response preparation and external checks from shareholders, insurance, financial audit, etc. via a structured program Act as the security design authority/architect, both designing effective security solutions and reviewing solutions proposed by other Technology staff against a set of security requirements Endpoint Security, Identity, and Security Operations Managing daily threats and enhancing the security landscape Administration of the SIEM system, encompassing the integration of new data sources, monitoring risks, and planning or automating suitable interventions Ongoing identity checks on O365 accounts, Groups, SharePoint site access and AD Monitoring and managing Azure security, including checks and daily alerts, threats and security enhancements Applying Microsoft recommendations to increase the overall security score Maintaining a secure EUC, including Image management, SSL security cert management, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Purview End User Security Training Manage a program of e-learning end-user security training Measure the effectiveness of training through phishing simulations and user compliance reports Maintain training records and provide reporting to compliance and audit teams Data management Collaborate with the Data Governance team to classify and protect sensitive data Implement and manage data loss prevention (DLP) policies across Microsoft 365 and cloud environments Ensure secure data lifecycle management practices are followed Incident Response and Remediation Work with our incident response service provider to ensure that preparation and readiness activities are closed out In an incident scenario, contribute as a key stakeholder for actions and data acquisition General Provide security input to required documentation to support Group Technology – this may be small contributions or full document ownership, depending on the scenario Ensure system changes/maintenance processes are best practice and that change control processes are adhered to General Microsoft system administration, as required. Key Working Relationships: Internal Group Technology Management Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience: MS-500 or equivalent Deep understanding of the portfolio of Microsoft applications, especially those in E5 Security Microsoft Defender ATP security monitoring and management – security operations Identity and Access Security Management Proven experience working as a Security Analyst or Manager Microsoft Sentinel and Purview. Proven experience in recognising alignment between technology and business process Personal Attributes: Exceptional interpersonal and general communication skills – must be able to make technology simple to understand and develop cohesive narratives to support technical delivery A team player with a collaboration-oriented mindset Ability to own a capability area from planning to delivery and operations Willingness to learn and develop new skills and environment change Detail-oriented individual with the ability to rapidly learn and take advantage of new concepts, business models, and technologies Additional Requirements / Working Conditions: Always adhere to company values Be prepared to respond to urgent business needs outside of normal hours (only occasional). Mandatory Training Requirements Company Employee Induction – first 2 weeks Company Corporate Orientation – within the first 6 months Corporate Compliance as and when required Knowledge of all Company polices Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Analyst Industries Retail Health and Personal Care Products Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Expert360 by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Security Analyst” roles. 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