Microsoft Security Consultant

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement Microsoft security solutions across identity, endpoint, cloud, data, and SIEM/XDR domains
• Deploy and manage Microsoft technologies including Defender XDR, Sentinel, Entra ID, Defender for Cloud, and Purview
• Configure Conditional Access, MFA, identity governance, and hybrid identity security
• Implement endpoint protection, EDR/XDR capabilities, and threat detection use cases
• Support cloud security posture management and secure Azure workloads
• Build SIEM/SOAR integrations, analytics rules, KQL queries, and automation playbooks
• Implement DLP, data classification, and compliance controls
• Conduct threat hunting, incident investigations, and root cause analysis
• Drive security governance, Secure Score improvements, and operational best practices
• Lead customer workshops, advisory discussions, and solution design sessions
• 8 –10+ years of cybersecurity experience with strong exposure to Microsoft security technologies
• Hands-on expertise across Microsoft Defender XDR, Sentinel, Entra ID, Defender for Cloud, and Purview
• Strong understanding of Zero Trust, Azure security, identity protection, and hybrid environments
• Experience with SIEM/SOAR implementation and threat hunting using KQL
• Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO, and CIS
• Strong client-facing communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience working in consulting, enterprise, or MSSP environments
• Preferred Certifications : SC-200, SC-300, AZ-500, SC-400, SC-100 or equivalent Microsoft security certifications