Microsoft Defender SME - Italian

Experis UK; City Of London; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm is seeking a Microsoft Defender Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead security deployments across various environments. This remote role focuses on enhancing security with Microsoft products and guiding clients on best practices. Candidates should possess expert knowledge of Microsoft Defender and enterprise security deployments. This position is crucial for ensuring compliance and security across all platforms.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge in Microsoft security systems and deployments.
• Experience with enterprise-level security architecture.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure Microsoft Defender solutions.
• Integrate with Intune, Conditional Access, and Microsoft Sentinel.
• Monitor and improve Secure Score posture.

Skills

Expertise in Microsoft Defender suite and Microsoft 365 security

Strong knowledge of Intune, Conditional Access, and Azure security

Experience with enterprise-scale security deployments

Ability to interpret and improve Secure Score metrics

Job description

Microsoft Defender SME - Italian Speakers

Contract : 18-month PAYE

Location : Remote (UK)

Client : Leading Technology Giant

Role Summary

We are looking for a Microsoft Defender Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead advanced security deployments across endpoints, email, identity, and cloud. This role ensures robust protection, compliance, and integration with Microsoft security ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure Microsoft Defender solutions:
• Defender for Endpoint (EDR)
• Defender for Office 365 (Safe Links, Safe Attachments)
• Defender for Identity (AD attack detection)
• Defender for Cloud (CSPM & workload protection)
• Integrate with Intune, Conditional Access, and Microsoft Sentinel.
• Apply Microsoft Security Baselines and ASR rules.
• Monitor and improve Secure Score posture.
• Provide guidance on automated investigation and threat hunting.

Required Skills

• Expertise in Microsoft Defender suite and Microsoft 365 security.
• Strong knowledge of Intune, Conditional Access, and Azure security.
• Experience with enterprise-scale security deployments.
• Ability to interpret and improve Secure Score metrics.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with FastTrack methodology.
• Experience with Microsoft Sentinel and advanced threat analytics.
• Strong communication and advisory skills for customer engagement.

Impact

Deliver unified, AI-driven security across endpoints, email, identity, and cloud, reducing risk and simplifying compliance.