Cloud Security Engineer – M365, Azure, E5, CIS, Hybrid (2d/week Liverpool) Outside IR35 £400 - [...]

JR United Kingdom; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech organisation is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to join their Liverpool office on a contract basis. This hybrid role allows for remote work three days a week, with two days onsite primarily focusing on securing M365 and Azure environments. Candidates should be well-versed in security tools and best practices, ideally with experience in the financial sector.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of Azure and M365 with E5 suite.
• Hands-on experience in Cloud Security Engineering.
• Familiarity with Investigation techniques related to security.

Responsibilities

• Act as security authority for M365 and Cloud environments.
• Champion best practices in security (e.g., CIS).
• Implement security measures including network hardening.

Skills

Cloud Security

M365

Azure

CIS Best Practices

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Zscaler

Investigations

Server Hardening

Cyber Security

Education

Microsoft Certifications

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Cloud Security Engineer – M365, Azure, E5, CIS, Hybrid (2d/week Liverpool) Outside IR35 £400 - 450/day, liverpool

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Client:

NST Recruitment Limited

Location:

liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

07.06.2025

Expiry Date:

22.07.2025

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Job Description:

Cloud Security Engineer – M365, Azure, E5, CIS, Investigations, Zscaler, DLP, EntraID, Purview, Best Practices, Email, Darktrace, Network, Server Hardening, SecOps, Best Practice, Risk, Financial Services, Infrastructure, InfoSec, MFA, MDM, Encryption, Firewalls, Governance, Microsoft, Windows, O365, Defender, Hybrid (2d/week Liverpool) Outside IR35

This is a fantastic Cloud Security Engineer contract opportunity to join a leading tech organisation.

The Cloud Security Engineer position is Hybrid with 2 days a week onsite in the Liverpool office, remote the other 3.

The Cloud Security Engineer is Outside IR35.

As Cloud Security Engineer you will act as security authority for the existing M365 and Cloud (Azure) environments, championing best practice (eg CIS) whilst being hands on from an engineering perspective. As Cloud Security Engineer solid Azure, M365 and E5 suite knowledge is essential. Strong Infrastructure with all things InfoSec related regarding Windows, Microsoft 365, Office 365, Azure, SharePoint environments, firewalls etc is essential as Cloud Security Engineer including Networking and Server Hardening etc. Experience with DLP (Data Loss Prevention) is essential as Cloud Security Engineer with knowledge of Zscaler being essential, Darktrace is a bonus. Knowledge of best practices and procedures in relation to general Security such as CIS and experience of investigations (for example email) are essential as Cloud Security Engineer as is knowledge of the associated E5 security tools, Defender (including for Cloud), Entra ID, Sentinel, etc as Cloud Security Engineer. Any experience as a Cloud Security Engineer within the fintech, banking, investment space is highly desirable as Cloud Security Engineer but not essential.

• Commutable from Liverpool
• Proven track record as a hands on Cloud Security Engineer in M365 Azure environment
• E5 Suite
• Zscaler
• Best Security Practices CIS

Desirable skills as Cloud Security Engineer:

• Microsoft Certifications

This is an exceptional Cloud Security Engineer opportunity with exciting projects and longevity on offer.

Key skills: M365, Azure, E5, CIS, Investigations, Zscaler, DLP, EntraID, Purview, Best Practices, Email, Darktrace, Network, Server Hardening, SecOps, Best Practice, Risk, Financial Services, Infrastructure, InfoSec, MFA, MDM, Encryption, Firewalls, Governance, Microsoft, Windows, O365, Defender, Hybrid (2d/week Liverpool) Outside IR35

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Please ensure your location is clear on your CV/application. As the role is 2 days a week on site in the Liverpool area - location is a factor, applications without location may be rejected

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