Azure Cyber Security Analyst

Clearwater People Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Azure Cyber Security Analyst to join a multi-disciplinary security team focused on protecting critical systems. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in Azure environments, experience with security tools like Defender and Sentinel, and a proactive approach to cybersecurity. Join a passionate team committed to innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in security operations or vulnerability management.
• Clear enthusiasm for cybersecurity with a proactive attitude.
• Strong customer service focus.

Responsibilities

• Drive the use of Azure Cloud based security tools like Defender and Sentinel.
• Configure and manage alerts through Defender.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents.

Skills

Azure environment

Defender and Sentinel commercial experience

Proven experience in security-focused roles

Understanding of risk assessment frameworks

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented mindset

Job description

We\'re working on an exciting opportunity with one of our clients with a rapidly transforming technical environment with lots of investment. They\'re looking to bring in an Azure Cyber Security Analyst to help drive their mission forward by protecting critical systems and embedding a robust security culture throughout the business.

Responsibilities

As an Azure Cyber Security Analyst, you\'ll join a collaborative and multi–disciplinary security team that works across operations, assurance, and governance. This is a highly cross–functional role, perfect for someone with broad security expertise who enjoys variety and continual development.

As the Azure Cyber Security Analyst you will take the lead on:

• Driving the use of Azure Cloud based security tools such as Defender and Sentinel
• Configure and manage alerts through Defender
• First and second line security operations, including vulnerability management
• Investigating and responding to security incidents
• Ensuring policies and procedures remain aligned to industry best practice
• Promoting security awareness and education throughout the organisation particularly in relation to Cloud security best practice
• Mentoring junior analysts and supporting team leadership initiatives

Key skills

• Azure environment – Essential
• Defender and Sentinel commercial experience – Essential
• Proven experience in a security–focused role, ideally across several of the following areas: security operations, vulnerability management, security assurance, risk management, or project consultancy
• A clear enthusiasm for cybersecurity, with a proactive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Solid understanding of risk assessment frameworks and methodologies
• Strong communication skills and the ability to translate complex technical issues for non–technical audiences
• A detail–oriented, self–starting mindset and a strong customer service focus

If you\'re ready to bring your security expertise to a team that\'s passionate about purpose and innovation, we\'d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch to learn more.