Security Engineer - Microsoft

Security Engineer (Microsoft Security / Azure)Milton Keynes | Hybrid (2 days per week) | £70,000 + Bonus + Excellent BenefitsAre you a hands-on Security Engineer who enjoys implementing security controls, improving security posture and working across a broad Microsoft security environment?We're supporting a well-established UK organisation as they expand their Security Engineering team following the launch of a long-term security improvement programme. This is a newly created position offering the opportunity to help shape and strengthen enterprise security across a modern, cloud-first environment.About your RoleThis is a broad Security Engineering role where you'll work across multiple technologies and security domains rather than being limited to a single product or specialism.Working alongside Security Operations, Architecture, Infrastructure and Development teams, you'll design, implement and continually improve security controls while supporting projects, reviewing new technologies and helping enhance the organisation's overall security capability.What You'll Be DoingDesigning, implementing and improving enterprise security controlsSupporting security across a predominantly Microsoft Azure environmentReviewing and optimising Microsoft security technologiesIdentifying security gaps and driving technical improvementsSupporting vulnerability management and remediation activitiesProviding security engineering expertise on technical projectsImproving documentation, processes and security standardsWorking closely with technical teams to ensure security is embedded throughout deliveryTechnology EnvironmentYou'll work with a broad Microsoft security stack including technologies such as:Microsoft AzureMicrosoft DefenderMicrosoft Defender for EndpointMicrosoft Defender for CloudMicrosoft PurviewIntuneTenableZscalerEnterprise vulnerability management and cloud-native security technologiesWhat do you need to be successful ?We're looking for an experienced Security Engineer with a strong background in implementing and improving security controls within enterprise environments.You'll ideally bring experience across several of the following:Security EngineeringMicrosoft Azure securityEndpoint ProtectionIdentity & Access ManagementEmail SecurityVulnerability ManagementSecurity monitoring and loggingSecure technical changeSecurity frameworks including ISO 27001, NIST or OWASPExperience with Microsoft Defender, Purview, Intune, cloud automation or DevSecOps would be advantageous but isn't essential.What's in this for you ?This role offers the opportunity to:Join a growing Security Engineering teamWork on a long-term security improvement programmeHelp influence future security tooling and technical directionWork across a broad range of Microsoft security technologiesCollaborate with experienced security professionals in a highly supportive teamMake a genuine impact on the organisation's security posture from day onePackageSalary up to £70,000Annual bonusHybrid working (2 days per week)35-hour working weekEnhanced pensionPrivate medical coverHealthcare cash planLife assuranceHoliday purchase schemeExcellent work-life balance and comprehensive employee benefitsInterested?Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.JBRP1_UKTJ