CMS-Senior-Defender

EY; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support and coaching from colleagues

Opportunities to develop new skills

Flexible working conditions

Job summary

EY in Chennai seeks a Senior Consultant to work in the cyber security team focusing on Microsoft Defender XDR solutions. Responsibilities include architecting and implementing Defender XDR, advising customers, and developing security monitoring processes.

The ideal candidate will have a B. Tech./B.E. degree, strong command of English, and expertise in cybersecurity tools. EY offers support from engaging colleagues, opportunities for career development, and flexible working conditions.

Qualifications

• Strong command on verbal and written English language.
• Demonstrate both technical acumen and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement Defender XDR solutions.
• Advise customers on best practices and use cases.
• Develop processes for automated security event monitoring.

Skills

Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender

Use case management in Defender XDR

Scripting knowledge (Python, Bash, PowerShell)

Strong technical knowledge in Windows Server and Linux

Cyber Incident Response

Security Monitoring

Education

B. Tech./ B.E.

Tools

Microsoft Intune

Azure

AWS

Job description

CMS-TDR Senior

As part of our EY-cyber security team, who shall work as SME for Defender XDR security solutions in CMS TDR team.

The opportunity

We’re looking for Senior Consultant with expertise in Microsoft Defender. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a leading firm whilst being instrumental in the growth of a new service offering.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Architecting and implementation of Defender XDR.
• Perform as the subject matter expert on Microsoft Defender for the customer, use the capabilities of the solution in the daily operational work for the end customer.
• Securing overall cloud environments by applying cybersecurity tools and best practices.
• Advise customers on best practices and use cases on how to use this solution to achieve customer end state requirements.
• Content development which includes developing process for automated security event monitoring and alerting along with corresponding event response plans for systems.

Skills And Attributes For Success

• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Defender and related technologies (e.g., Windows Defender, Microsoft Defender XDR, Defender for cloud, Defender for IoT).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment, with a strong commitment to customer service and teamwork.
• Expertise in use case management in Defender XDR.
• Create and maintain documentation related to Microsoft Defender configuration, policies, procedures, and incident response playbooks.
• Expertise in Microsoft Intune for AV policy creation and deployment.
• Knowledge in Cloud technologies such as Azure, AWS.
• Strong technical knowledge in Windows Server and Linux.
• Identify opportunities for performance optimization and efficiency improvements within Microsoft Defender solutions, and implement changes as needed.
• Scripting knowledge (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Extensive knowledge of different security threats.
• Good knowledge and experience in Security Monitoring.
• Good knowledge and experience in Cyber Incident Response.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• B. Tech./ B.E. with sound technical skills.
• Strong command on verbal and written English language.
• Demonstrate both technical acumen and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Certification in Azure (SC-200, SC-100, SC-900, AZ-500) (any other cloud vendor certification is a plus).

What Working At EY Offers

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.