Summary: The Microsoft Security Operations Lead is a contract position focused on IT security management, specifically utilizing the Microsoft Security suite. The role involves developing security policies, overseeing daily operations, and leading a team of security professionals. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement, primarily remote with occasional onsite presence in Edinburgh. The contract is initially for six months and classified as outside IR35.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement security policies, protocols, and procedures
• Oversee daily operations and manage security incidents
• Lead and mentor a team of Security Professionals
• Monitor and analyze security systems (IDS, IPS, SIEM)
• Implement and manage incident response plans
• Create and present security status reports

Key Skills:

• Experience with Microsoft Security suite
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles
• Proficiency in IDS, IPS, and SIEM tools
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities
• MS 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator (preferred)
• MS Certified: Azure Security Engineer (preferred)
• MS Certified: Security Operations (SC-200) (preferred)

Salary (Rate): 600

City: Edinburgh

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT