Microsoft Defender SME – Azure Security Fully Remote | 6-Month Initial Contract | Inside IR35
A leading global technology consultancy is seeking an experienced Microsoft Defender SME to support a major transformation programme for one of Ireland’s most critical national infrastructure organisations. This role sits within a high-profile Cyber Security enhancement programme, focused on strengthening Azure and cloud security posture across enterprise-scale environments. You’ll work closely with Cyber, Cloud Engineering, IAM, Threat Detection & Response, and Vulnerability Management teams to design, implement, and operationalise Microsoft Defender for Cloud capabilities and broader Azure security best practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Cyber pillar within an Azure security enhancement programme
- Assess and optimise existing Microsoft Defender for Cloud configurations
- Analyse and prioritise Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) recommendations
- Work with technical teams to remediate security findings and reduce attack surface exposure
- Implement and align environments with the Microsoft Cloud Security Benchmark
- Collaborate with IAM teams to assess and improve Azure RBAC and PIM configurations
- Help operationalise Defender for Cloud processes, governance, and ownership models
- Support Threat Detection & Response teams with alerting and response readiness
- Contribute to the design of cloud vulnerability management processes
- Ensure remediation activities follow established change management procedures
- Produce high-quality technical documentation and provide knowledge transfer to engineering teams
Essential Experience
- Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Cloud, including CSPM and workload protection capabilities
- Proven background improving Azure cloud security posture in enterprise environments
- Experience implementing the Microsoft Cloud Security Benchmark
- Experience remediating cloud security recommendations and advising technical teams
- Strong understanding of cloud security governance and operational processes
- Excellent stakeholder communication and documentation skills
Desirable Experience
- Experience managing and configuring Microsoft Azure resources
- Familiarity integrating Microsoft Defender with Microsoft Sentinel
- Understanding of cloud operational support processes
Contract Details
- 6-month initial contract
- Inside IR35
- Fully remote
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