Senior Consultant – Identity and Security (Resident Engineer)

Kloudynet; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kloudynet is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant - Identity and Security to join as a Resident Engineer in Malaysia. You will design, implement, and manage identity and security solutions with a focus on Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID for client environments.

The role requires hands-on expertise with the Defender XDR stack, MDM/MAM, and modern identity protocols. You will mentor juniors, prepare technical documentation, and work with clients to translate security requirements into

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in identity and access management, with a focus on Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID.
• Hands-on experience with the Microsoft Defender XDR stack, including Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365, Defender for Identity, and Defender for Cloud Apps.
• Knowledge of identity and authentication protocols including LDAP, SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, administer, and maintain Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID solutions.
• Develop and maintain identity and access management policies and procedures.
• Administer and support Microsoft Defender XDR solutions, including policy configuration, alert investigation, incident response, and troubleshooting.
• Conduct security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and suggest remediation.
• Collaborate with clients to understand identity and security requirements and provide expert guidance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex identity and security issues and coordinate with teams for timely resolution.
• Lead and mentor junior consultants and technical staff.
• Stay updated with identity and security tech developments and Microsoft security products.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation such as solution designs and implementation plans.

Skills

Identity & access management

Active Directory

Entra ID

LDAP

SAML

OAuth

OpenID Connect

Defender XDR

MDM

MAM

Client guidance

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology

Tools

Defender for Endpoint

Defender for Office 365

Defender for Identity

Defender for Cloud Apps

Intune MDM

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Consultant - Identity and Security to join our team in Malaysia as a Resident Engineer. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID, with a solid background in identity and access management.

This role involves designing, implementing, and managing identity and security solutions for our clients, alongside day-to-day administration, operational support, and troubleshooting to maintain secure and reliable environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, administer, and maintain Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID solutions.
• Develop and maintain identity and access management policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Administer and support Microsoft Defender XDR solutions, including security policy configuration, alert investigation, incident response, and troubleshooting.
• Conduct security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend appropriate remediation measures.
• Work closely with clients to understand their identity and security requirements and provide expert technical guidance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex identity and security issues, coordinating with relevant teams to ensure timely resolution.
• Lead and mentor junior consultants and technical staff.
• Stay current with developments in identity and access management and Microsoft security technologies.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including solution designs, implementation plans, operational procedures, and technical reports.

Requirements

• Must be based in Malaysia.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in identity and access management, with a focus on Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID.
• In-depth knowledge of identity and authentication protocols, including LDAP, SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and cloud-based or hybrid identity environments.
• Hands-on experience with the Microsoft Defender XDR stack, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365, Defender for Identity, and Defender for Cloud Apps.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Intune Mobile Device Management (MDM) and Mobile Application Management (MAM), including device enrollment, configuration profiles, device compliance policies, and app protection policies.
• Strong understanding of security principles, access controls, and industry best practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, stakeholders, and technical teams.
• Relevant certifications, such as Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, are an advantage.