Microsoft 365 - Security Specialist

Gruppo Zenit India Pvt Ltd; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Gruppo Zenit India Pvt Ltd, a Gruppo Zenit Group company, is hiring an experienced Microsoft 365 Security Solution Specialist to design, implement, and manage enterprise‑grade security across Microsoft 365. The role focuses on identity management, endpoint security, and threat protection to strengthen the organization's security posture.

You will configure IAM using Entra ID, deploy Intune for device management, and work with Defender for endpoints and Office 365 to safeguard data.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and implementing Microsoft 365 security solutions.
• 3–6 years in Microsoft 365 security administration or cloud security roles.
• Proficiency with IAM, endpoint management, and Defender technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Microsoft 365 security solutions across enterprise environments.
• Configure and manage Identity and Access Management (IAM) using Microsoft Entra ID.
• Deploy and manage endpoint security and device management using Microsoft Intune.
• Implement and maintain threat protection using Microsoft Defender technologies.
• Monitor security alerts and assist in incident response and threat investigation.
• Implement Conditional Access policies and compliance controls.
• Collaborate with internal teams and customers to maintain secure configurations.
• Perform troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and performance optimization.
• Support initiatives to improve overall cloud security governance.

Skills

Microsoft Entra ID

Microsoft Intune

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

Microsoft Defender for Office 365

Microsoft Defender for Identity

Tools

Microsoft Purview

MECM

Entra ID Governance

Defender for Cloud

Defender for Cloud Apps

Job description

• Microsoft Entra ID Governance

Descrizione offerta

Gruppo Zenit India Pvt Ltd subsidiary of Gruppo Zenit Srl, Italy with more than 30 years of proven success and industry experience, specializes in delivering cutting-edge Software Solutions and IT Services to a predominantly European client base.

We at Gruppo Zenit accompany organizations on their Digital Transformation journey, offering required technical expertise and delivering customized solutions that foster sustainable growth through technological innovation.

At Gruppo Zenit, we collaborate closely with our clients to generate measurable results through digital and infrastructure transformation. Our expertise covers the design and development of web and mobile applications, ERP integration solutions and IT infrastructure management. We ensure seamless project execution and provide continuous support throughout the entire application life cycle, including corrective and evolutionary maintenance services.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Microsoft 365 Security Solution Specialist to join our Microsoft Business Unit. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise Microsoft 365 security solutions. The role focuses on identity management, endpoint security, and advanced threat protection technologies to help organizations strengthen their security posture and respond effectively to evolving threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement Microsoft 365 security solutions across enterprise environments.
• Configure and manage Identity and Access Management (IAM) using Microsoft Entra ID.
• Deploy and manage endpoint security and device management using Microsoft Intune.
• Implement and maintain threat protection using Microsoft Defender technologies.
• Monitor security alerts and assist in incident response and threat investigation.
• Implement Conditional Access policies and compliance controls.
• Collaborate with internal teams and customers to maintain secure configurations.
• Perform troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and performance optimization.
• Support initiatives to improve overall cloud security governance.

Required Technical Skills

• Microsoft Entra ID (Identity & Access Management)
• Microsoft Intune (Endpoint Management)
• Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
• Microsoft Defender for Office 365
• Microsoft Defender for Identity

Nice To Have Skills

• Microsoft Purview
• Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM)
• Microsoft Entra ID Governance
• Microsoft Defender for Cloud
• Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps

Preferred Certifications

• MS-500 - Microsoft 365 Security Administrator
• SC-200 - Security Operations Analyst
• MD-102 - Modern Desktop Administrator
• MS-102 - Microsoft 365 Enterprise Administrator Expert

Experience

3-6 years of experience in Microsoft 365 security administration or cloud security roles.

Why Join Us

• Work with cutting-edge Microsoft security technologies
• Exposure to enterprise cloud security environments
• Collaborative and growth-focused work culture
• Opportunities for Microsoft certification and professional development