
Cloud Security Engineer - M365, Azure, E5, Defender, DLP, Hybrid (2d/week Liverpool) Outside IR35
Posted 5 days ago by NST Recruitment Limited
£400 Per day
Outside
Hybrid
London (2 days/week, Remote the rest), UK
Summary: This role is for a Cloud Security Engineer specializing in M365 and Azure environments, requiring a strong background in security best practices and hands-on engineering experience. The position is hybrid, with two days a week in the London office and occasional visits to the Liverpool office. The role is classified as outside IR35, making it suitable for contractors. Candidates with experience in the fintech or banking sectors are preferred but not mandatory.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as security authority for M365 and Azure environments, implementing best practices.
- Engage in hands-on engineering tasks related to security infrastructure.
- Ensure compliance with security standards such as CIS, NIST, and PCI-DSS.
- Manage and implement Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategies.
- Utilize security tools including Zscaler, Darktrace, and E5 security tools.
- Conduct investigations related to security incidents, particularly email-related issues.
- Collaborate with teams to enhance security measures across various platforms.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience as a Cloud Security Engineer in M365 and Azure environments.
- Strong knowledge of the E5 suite and Zscaler.
- Familiarity with security best practices and frameworks (CIS, NIST).
- Experience with InfoSec practices related to Windows, Microsoft 365, and Azure.
- Knowledge of networking and server hardening techniques.
- Experience in the fintech or banking sectors is desirable.
- Microsoft, Azure, and InfoSec certifications are a plus.
Salary: £400/day
City: London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Detailed Description From Employer:
Cloud Security Engineer - M365, Azure, E5, CIS, Investigations, Zscaler, DLP, EntraID, Purview, Defender, QRadar, VPNS, Best Practices, Email, Darktrace, Network, Server Hardening, SecOps, Risk, Financial Services, Infrastructure, InfoSec, MFA, MDM, Encryption, Firewalls, Governance, Microsoft, Windows, O365, Defender, Hybrid (2d/week London) Outside IR35
This is a fantastic Cloud Security Engineer contract opportunity to join a leading tech organisation.
The Cloud Security Engineer position is Hybrid with 2 days a week onsite in the London office, remote the other 3. You will also need to visit the Liverpool office 2 days a month.
The Cloud Security Engineer is Outside IR35.
As Cloud Security Engineer you will act as security authority for the existing M365 and Cloud (Azure) environments, championing best practice (eg CIS, NIST, PCI-DSS) whilst being hands on from an engineering perspective. As Cloud Security Engineer solid Azure, M365 and E5 suite knowledge is essential. Strong Infrastructure with all things InfoSec related regarding Windows, Microsoft 365, Office 365, Azure, SharePoint environments, Firewalls etc is essential as Cloud Security Engineer including Networking and Server Hardening etc. Experience with DLP (Data Loss Prevention) is essential as Cloud Security Engineer with knowledge of Zscaler being essential, Darktrace is a bonus. Knowledge of best practices and procedures in relation to general Security such as CIS and experience of investigations (for example email) are essential as Cloud Security Engineer as is knowledge of the associated E5 security tools, Defender (including for Cloud), Entra ID, Sentinel, etc as Cloud Security Engineer. Any experience as a Cloud Security Engineer within the fintech, banking, investment space is highly desirable as Cloud Security Engineer but not essential.
Key skills as Cloud Security Engineer:
- Commutable from London
- Proven track record as a hands on Cloud Security Engineer in M365 Azure environment
- E5 Suite
- Zscaler knowledge
- Best Security Practices
- CIS, NIST etc
Desirable skills as Cloud Security Engineer:
- Microsoft Certifications
- Azure Certifications
- InfoSec Certifications
This is an exceptional Cloud Security Engineer opportunity with exciting projects and longevity on offer.
Key skills: M365, Azure, E5, CIS, Investigations, Zscaler, DLP, EntraID, Purview, Best Practices, Email, Darktrace, Network, Server Hardening, SecOps, Best Practice, Risk, Financial Services, Infrastructure, InfoSec, MFA, MDM, Encryption, Firewalls, Governance, Microsoft, Windows, O365, Defender, Hybrid (2d/week London) Outside IR35
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