We are seeking an experienced M365 Security Solutions Architect to join our team and lead the design and implementation of Microsoft 365 (M365) security solutions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of M365 security features, threat landscape, and best practices to protect our organization's digital assets.
Responsibilities:
- Solution Design: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and architect M365 security solutions that align with organizational needs and compliance requirements.
- Security Assessments: Conduct security assessments, vulnerability analyses, and risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities within the M365 environment.
- Policy Development: Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data within M365.
- Identity and Access Management: Design and configure identity and access management solutions within M365, including Azure Active Directory, to ensure secure user access and authentication.
- Threat Detection and Response: Implement advanced threat detection and response solutions using M365 Security and Compliance Center, including configuring security alerts and automated incident response.
- Data Protection: Define and implement data protection strategies, including data loss prevention (DLP), encryption, and rights management, to safeguard sensitive information.
- Security Awareness: Educate and train staff on M365 security best practices and promote a culture of security awareness within the organization.
- Compliance: Ensure M365 security solutions align with industry standards and regulatory compliance requirements, such as GDPR, HIPAA, or other relevant regulations.
- Incident Response: Develop and maintain incident response plans and participate in security incident investigations when necessary.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
- Proven experience as an M365 Security Solutions Architect or similar role.
- Microsoft certifications, such as Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator Associate or Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert, are a plus.
- Strong knowledge of M365 security features, including Microsoft Defender for Office 365, Azure Information Protection, and Azure Sentinel.
- Familiarity with cloud security best practices and modern security threats.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Problem-solving mindset and ability to analyse complex security issues.