Microsoft Security Expert

Serco; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco seeks an experienced Microsoft Security Expert to enhance their security capabilities. This full-time, permanent role will focus on developing internal security processes and working collaboratively with teams across the organization. Candidates should possess Microsoft Security expertise and a minimum of 3 years' experience with relevant tools.

Benefits

Flexible working considered

Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunities for personal growth and development

Work in a diverse and inclusive environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience with Microsoft Security products.
• Background in Information Technology or Cyber Security.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Security tools and integrations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and mature Microsoft Security capability across Serco.
• Enhance existing Security controls and implement improvements.
• Provide technical support and expertise to teams.

Skills

Microsoft Security expertise

Technical Subject Matter Expert

Microsoft Sentinel

Microsoft Defender

Cyber Security tools

Education

Intermediate level Security qualification (e.g., Security+, CYSA+)

Microsoft/Azure Security certification (e.g., AZ-)

Job description

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Hybrid - attached to our Solihull or Hook

Full Time, Permanent

Here at Serco, we are seeking an experienced Microsoft Security Expert to build upon our recent security tools transformation by enhancing our Microsoft Security capabilities. Ultimately the purpose is to maximise the value we get from our investment in Microsoft Security.

This role will work with the operational security teams and operational support teams across Serco. This role is focussed on developing and maintaining our internal capability and is not customer facing.

As part of this you’ll:

• Help develop and mature the Microsoft Security capability across Serco

• Enhance existing Security controls and help develop then implement a roadmap for enhancements and improvements, which is aligned to both our Security Strategy and Microsoft’s Security development roadmap

• Optimise configurations, leveraging the Microsoft Security products to maintain and improve our Security posture, ensure best practice, and drive effectiveness and efficiency across the Cyber Security tower.

• Provide Technical support and expertise to other teams, including Security Operations and Operational Support teams

• Be the Technical Subject Matter Expert for Microsoft Security tools within Security and the wider organisation

• Work closely and collaboratively with Security teams and functions as required

• Be ‘Hands on’ when required to implement changes and improvements within the tools

• Adhere to Serco’s governance processes, including creation of Design documentation, Standards and Guidance

• Provide elements of support and expertise to other non-Microsoft tools where required.

What you’ll need to do the role:

Must have Microsoft Security expertise, with a current and technical understanding of all Microsoft security tools, including:

• Microsoft Sentinel, with a detailed knowledge of integrations and developing advanced queries

• Microsoft Defender (Endpoint, Office, Cloud and Identity)

Candidates will have a background in Information Technology and/or Cyber Security tools, with a minimum 3 years’ experience working with Microsoft Security products in either an implementation or advance technical support role.

It is also desirable for the candidate to have:

• An intermediate level Security qualification (such as Security+, CYSA+ or equivalent), or working towards these qualifications

• A Microsoft/Azure Security certification (such as AZ-) or equivalent

Why Serco:

Meaningful and vital work: In this position, your work is vital to the business, in terms of decisions and growth. You will gain a world of opportunity working for a globally operating business delivering essential services across 5 vital sectors, personal growth, achievement and development won’t be hard to find. You'll also work with great people. You’ll find yourself working in a highly motivated, supportive environment where no two days are the same, with experienced colleagues who strive for excellence.

What we offer:

• Flexible working considered

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Chance to contribute to innovation in the public services

• A company passionate about diversity and inclusion

All Serco employees must ensure that their current line manager is aware of their application. For confidential enquiries please contact MyHR. Serco are Disability Confident Leader employers andarecommitted to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.