Microsoft Security Lead: Sentinel & Defender Expert

Penta Consulting

Gauteng

On-site

ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

Penta Consulting, a technology service provider, seeks a Microsoft Security Specialist to own and drive the security ecosystem across cloud and hybrid environments in South Africa. You will define standards, policies and governance while mentoring security and operational teams to improve resilience and incident response.

Ideal candidates bring dedicated Microsoft Security experience, hands-on Sentinel and Defender skills, and a proven track record securing Azure and M365 in hybrid setups.

Qualifications

  • Dedicated experience across Microsoft Security.
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel and Defender.
  • Experience securing hybrid cloud environments across Azure and M365.

Responsibilities

  • Own and manage Microsoft Security Landscapes across cloud and hybrid environments.
  • Define and implement security standards, policies and governance frameworks.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to security and operational teams.

Skills

Microsoft Security Expertise
Security Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel
Microsoft Defender
Azure
Microsoft 365 (M365)

Job description

Penta Consulting, a technology service provider, seeks a Microsoft Security Specialist to own and drive the security ecosystem across cloud and hybrid environments in South Africa. You will define standards, policies and governance while mentoring security and operational teams to improve resilience and incident response.

Ideal candidates bring dedicated Microsoft Security experience, hands-on Sentinel and Defender skills, and a proven track record securing Azure and M365 in hybrid setups.

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