M365 Security Engineer

Mindteck; Alnwick Parish; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting company is seeking an experienced Microsoft 365 Security Engineer for a full-time hybrid position in Alnwick Parish, Canada. This role will involve monitoring security environments and implementing data loss prevention strategies. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in security assessments for Azure Office 365 platforms, knowledge of Microsoft security practices, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with security assessments and best practices on Azure Office 365 Platforms.
• Proficiency in Office 365 Data Loss Protection and Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure security best practices and Microsoft Cloud monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive security assessments on Azure Office 365 platforms.
• Document the current security environment and provide best practice recommendations.
• Advise on effective utilization of existing security tools.

Skills

Security assessments on Azure Office 365 platforms

Data Loss Protection (DLP)

Microsoft Azure security best practices

Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection

Remote desktop patch monitoring

Tools

Microsoft GCC (Government Cloud)

Nagios

Tenable

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Microsoft 365 Security Engineer to join our team. This full-time contract role is a hybrid position requiring a local candidate who can work onsite as needed. The primary focus will be on monitoring the environment and implementing data loss prevention (DLP) strategies. The role involves a strong consulting and advisory component, assisting management in optimizing existing tools and security practices.

What You00ll Do

• Conduct comprehensive security assessments on Azure Office 365 platforms and Windows 11 desktop environments
• Document the current security environment and provide best practice recommendations
• Advise the Director on effective utilization of existing security tools
• Focus on monitoring the environment and implementing data loss prevention strategies
• Perform hands-on Microsoft Cloud and on-premises security administration
• Interact with IT management, IT systems teams, vendor support, and end-users to ensure effective communication and implementation of security measures

What You00ll Need

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with security assessments and best practices on Azure Office 365 Platforms
• Proficiency in Office 365 Data Loss Protection and Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection
• Experience with remote desktop patch monitoring, reporting, and patching
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure security best practices and Microsoft Cloud monitoring and logging
• Familiarity with server patch maintenance and 3rd party reporting tools such as Nagios and Tenable
• Experience with Microsoft GCC (Government Cloud) and SharePoint Security assessments
• Familiarity with Mandiant Managed Defense
• Relevant Microsoft Security certifications

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards
• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.

Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

Note

Mindteck is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other trait protected by law.