Microsoft Defender SME – Azure Security
Fully Remote | 6-Month Initial Contract | Inside IR35
A leading global technology consultancy is seeking an experienced Microsoft Defender SME to support a major transformation programme for one of Ireland’s most critical national infrastructure organisations.
This role sits within a high-profile Cyber Security enhancement programme, focused on strengthening Azure and cloud security posture across enterprise-scale environments.
You’ll work closely with Cyber, Cloud Engineering, IAM, Threat Detection & Response, and Vulnerability Management teams to design, implement, and operationalise Microsoft Defender for Cloud capabilities and broader Azure security best practices.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Cyber pillar within an Azure security enhancement programme
* Assess and optimise existing Microsoft Defender for Cloud configurations
* Analyse and prioritise Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) recommendations
* Work with technical teams to remediate security findings and reduce attack surface exposure
* Implement and align environments with the Microsoft Cloud Security Benchmark
* Collaborate with IAM teams to assess and improve Azure RBAC and PIM configurations
* Help operationalise Defender for Cloud processes, governance, and ownership models
* Support Threat Detection & Response teams with alerting and response readiness
* Contribute to the design of cloud vulnerability management processes
* Ensure remediation activities follow established change management procedures
* Produce high-quality technical documentation and provide knowledge transfer to engineering teams
Essential Experience
* Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Cloud, including CSPM and workload protection capabilities
* Proven background improving Azure cloud security posture in enterprise environments
* Experience implementing the Microsoft Cloud Security Benchmark
* Experience remediating cloud security recommendations and advising technical teams
* Strong understanding of cloud security governance and operational processes
* Excellent stakeholder communication and documentation skills
Desirable Experience
* Experience managing and configuring Microsoft Azure resources
* Familiarity integrating Microsoft Defender with Microsoft Sentinel
* Understanding of cloud operational support processes
Contract Details
* 6-month initial contract
* Inside IR35
* Fully remote