Senior Security Engineer - Microsoft Sentinel & Defender XDR
We are seeking a Senior Security Engineer specialising in Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender XDR to design, implement and continuously improve cloud-based security monitoring and incident response capabilities. You will play a key role in protecting enterprise environments by developing effective detection strategies, improving visibility across Microsoft 365, Azure and endpoint platforms, and supporting the investigation and remediation of complex security incidents.
Your responsibilities will include administering and optimising Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR, creating and tuning analytics rules, incident workflows, workbooks, automation rules and playbooks, and developing advanced hunting queries using Kusto Query Language (KQL). You will integrate security data sources, onboard and maintain connectors, reduce false positives and ensure alerts are prioritised according to risk. You will investigate suspected threats, coordinate containment and recovery activities, perform root-cause analysis, and contribute to post-incident reviews. The role will also involve building automation through Logic Apps, maintaining clear operational documentation, producing security metrics and advising stakeholders on improvements to detection and response processes.
Applicants should have substantial experience in security engineering, security operations or incident response, with strong hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity, Defender for Office 365 and Defender for Cloud Apps. A strong understanding of identity and access management, endpoint security, cloud architecture, network security, threat intelligence and common attack techniques is essential. You should be confident writing and optimising KQL queries and working with automation and orchestration technologies. Experience with security frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, NIST or CIS, alongside relevant Microsoft or industry certifications, would be advantageous. Excellent communication skills, a methodical approach and the ability to work independently while collaborating with technical and non-technical teams are required.
Senior Security Engineer - Microsoft Sentinel & Defender XDR
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