Senior Security Engineer - Azure

Help AG; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in Dubai is looking for a Senior Security Engineer specializing in Azure security and Microsoft 365. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Microsoft Defender and Purview, along with strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include managing security solutions, monitoring alerts, and developing compliance strategies. The role offers a flexible work environment and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Health insurance

Career growth opportunities

Employee engagement activities

Learning and development

Flexible/hybrid work setup

Annual flight tickets

Open door policy

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in security engineering.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Defender products.

Responsibilities

• Configure and manage Microsoft Defender solutions.
• Monitor security alerts and investigate incidents.
• Implement security configurations for cloud apps.

Skills

Azure Security

Microsoft 365 Administration

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft Defender

Microsoft Purview

Job description

Help AG is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Security Engineer with a focus on Azure security and Microsoft 365 environments. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of securing cloud resources in Azure, along with proficiency in Microsoft 365 administration and security configurations across MDE, MDO, MDI, and MDCA. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview, including Information Protection, Compliance Management, Data Loss Prevention, and Risk Assessment, is essential. The role requires a strategic mindset, strong analytical skills, and effective collaboration across teams to maintain a secure cloud infrastructure.

Responsibilities:

1. Configure, deploy, and manage Microsoft Defender solutions (MDE, MDI, MDO, MDCA).
2. Monitor and analyze security alerts, identifying threats and vulnerabilities.
3. Develop and fine-tune detection rules, policies, and profiles.
4. Investigate security incidents and prepare incident response strategies.
5. Incorporate threat intelligence feeds to enhance detection and response.
6. Implement security configurations for endpoints, emails, identities, and cloud apps, ensuring compliance.
7. Enforce security baselines and hardening measures using Microsoft Defender tools.
8. Design and implement Microsoft Purview solutions for Information Protection, Governance, and Compliance.
9. Develop data classification, retention, and protection policies.
10. Manage data access and compliance using Purview.
11. Integrate Purview with Azure services and Microsoft 365.
12. Provide guidance on Purview capabilities and best practices.

Qualifications & Skills:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
2. At least 4+ years of relevant experience.
3. Extensive experience with Microsoft Defender products.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 administration and security.
5. Experience with Microsoft Purview and related functionalities.
6. Relevant industry certifications (e.g., AZ-500, MS-500, SC-100, SC-300).
7. Deep understanding of cyber threats and mitigation strategies.
8. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
9. Strong communication skills for stakeholder collaboration.

Benefits:

1. Health insurance with leading providers.
2. Career growth through challenging projects.
3. Employee engagement and wellness activities.
4. Learning and development opportunities.
5. Inclusive and diverse environment.
6. Flexible/hybrid work setup.
7. Annual flight tickets to home country.
8. Open door policy.

About Us:

Help AG, the cybersecurity arm of e& (formerly Etisalat Digital), offers strategic consultancy and tailored security solutions to enterprise clients and governments across the Middle East. Established in 2004 and acquired by e& in 2020, Help AG is a trusted, vendor-agnostic cybersecurity leader committed to safeguarding its clients' digital assets with industry-leading technologies and expert services.