MS Security Specialist

r3 Consultant; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Security Specialist in Dubai, focusing on MS security solutions. The role requires extensive experience in implementing security and compliance measures, managing incidents, and collaborating with operations teams. It offers an opportunity to enhance security standards and practices within a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in security, 2 years in engineering role.
• Certifications SC-100, SC-400, SC-200, AZ-900 are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy Microsoft M365 Security and Compliance Solutions.
• Monitor security incidents related to emails and problem tickets.
• Follow ITIL processes including Incident and Change Management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

ISO 27001

ITIL

Problem Solving

Service Delivery

Education

Engineering Degree in Computer Science

Technical Degree with certifications in IT or Information Security

Tools

Defender for Endpoint

MS Purview

Cisco

Job description

Job Description - MS Security Specialist 1.1 - MY

Job Description – Security Specialist Team: Delivery / Support
Designation: Security Specialist – MS Solutions

Job Role : Lead and collaborate with the team in delivering and supporting security solutions based on customer requirements and industry knowledge.

Experience : Minimum 6 years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in a security engineering role involving designing, implementing, and supporting Microsoft security and compliance solutions.

Employer : Vcyberiz Sdn Bhd, Cyberjaya, Malaysia
Shifts : The resource may need to work flexible hours to provide extended support and be available on call when required.

The MS Security Specialist’s primary function is to own and collaborate with the team in delivering and supporting security solutions based on customer requirements and industry knowledge.

Responsibilities : The SME / Consultant would carry out the following responsibilities :

• Design and deploy Microsoft M365 Security and Compliance Solutions.
• Perform onboarding or implementation of security solutions for internal and external customers, e.g., MS Purview, Entra, Defender for Cloud, Office, and Endpoint.
• Monitor system resources and resolve security incidents related to emails, changes, and problem tickets.
• Provide inputs to technical documents based on repeat incidents and assist SMEs during problem resolution.
• Troubleshoot security-related service issues and conduct after-action reviews.
• Follow ITIL processes for Incident, Request, Problem, Change, and Access Management.

Experience : Experience in designing, implementing, supporting, and delivering security solutions such as Defender for Endpoint, Cloud, MS Purview (AIP / DLP), Entra.

Requirements : Experience in designing and implementing one or more of the following: Defender for Endpoint, Cloud, MS Purview, Entra.

Good understanding of ticket management, service requests, Security Operations, and Service Delivery. Exposure to ISO 27001, PCI certifications, and compliance practices. Familiarity with enterprise ticketing systems and ITIL processes supporting security solutions.

Qualifications (Mandatory) : Engineering Degree in Computer Science or a Technical Degree with certifications in IT or Information Security. Certifications such as CCNA (optional), SC-100, SC-400, SC-200, AZ-900 (mandatory).

Skills and Abilities : Strong command of English, good cross-cultural communication skills, leadership ability in security teams, interaction skills with teams and customers, proactive in sharing best practices, continuous improvement suggestions, escalation when needed, and willingness to work extended hours during incidents.

Performance Criteria : Security Delivery team meets service level agreements; documentation is kept up to date.

Skillset Required : IT, proactive industry knowledge, ISO 27001, Cisco, information security, Scala, compliance, flexibility, communication, ITIL, documentation, multimedia.

Location: Security Specialist – Dubai, United Arab Emirates