Microsoft Security Engineer

Platinum Global Talent Solutions Ltd.; British Columbia; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consultancy firm is seeking an experienced Microsoft Security Engineer to enhance and secure the live enterprise environment. This is a hybrid/remote role that involves implementing Microsoft security solutions and conducting daily security operations. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of cybersecurity experience, strong analytical skills, and expertise in technologies like Microsoft Defender. The contract duration is 6 months with a potential transition to permanent employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of cybersecurity experience focused on Microsoft environments.
• Hands-on expertise with Microsoft security technologies including Defender and Conditional Access.
• Ability to perform daily security operations, incident response, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of Microsoft Security solutions.
• Build and optimize Microsoft Defender platform for threat detection.
• Develop and enforce conditional access policies for asset protection.
• Conduct security audits to identify and mitigate threats.

Skills

Expertise in Microsoft Defender

Understanding of cybersecurity principles

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication and teamwork

Education

Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Information Technology or Cybersecurity

Tools

Microsoft Intune

Microsoft Purview

Job description

Job Description

Location: Remote

Overview

A valued TELUS client is seeking a seasoned Microsoft Security Engineer to maintain, optimize, and secure their live enterprise environment. This role requires a strong foundation in cybersecurity threat mitigation, optimization and management on desktop and cloud.

You’ll work closely with the internal IT team and be responsible for the day‑to‑day performance and improvement of the security posture.

Key Responsibilities

As a Microsoft Security Engineer, you will lead the design, implementation, and ongoing management of Microsoft Security solutions, ensuring enterprise‑wide protection across cloud and desktop environments. In addition, you will:

• Build, configure, and optimize the Microsoft Defender platform (desktop and cloud) to strengthen threat detection, response, and remediation capabilities.
• Develop and enforce conditional access policies and advanced identity and access management strategies to safeguard organizational assets.
• Administer and enhance Microsoft Purview for compliance, data governance, and information protection across the enterprise.
• Perform daily security operations, including monitoring, incident response, and risk management, while aligning practices with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
• Conduct security audits, identify gaps, and implement remediation plans to ensure robust defense against evolving cyber threats.

Skills and Experience

We’re looking for a reliable professional who brings both technical depth and a collaborative spirit. The ideal candidate will have:

• Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of cybersecurity experience, with a proven focus on Microsoft enterprise environments.
• Hands‑on expertise in implementing and managing Microsoft security technologies, including Defender, Conditional Access, and Intune.
• Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat management, and identity/access management within Microsoft platforms.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to perform effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative team‑player mindset, with experience working across technical and business stakeholders.

This is a contract role. Successful candidate must be incorporated.

Start Date: Immediately

Duration: 6 months – possible to become permanent.

Work Location: hybrid / remote.