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2025-01-13 MS / Azure Security Engineer (H/MM) job at VISTRADA. New York, NY. Job Description Job Description Vistrada is seeking a highly motivated and experienced MS/Azure Security Engineer to join our growing security team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cloud security best practices and experience implementing and managing security controls within the Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 ecosystems. Key responsibilities include configuring and managing Azure Security Center, implementing network security controls, securing cloud resources, and leveraging security tools like Microsoft Defender for Cloud to detect and respond to threats. The successful candidate will possess strong expertise in Identity and Access Management (IAM) concepts, including experience with Azure Entra ID and implementing and managing Conditional Access policies. Key responsibilities: • Azure Security: ◦ Configure and manage Azure Security Center to monitor and remediate security threats in Azure. ◦ Implement network security controls like Azure Firewall and virtual network security groups. ◦ Secure Azure storage accounts and databases by managing encryption keys and access policies. ◦ Monitor for suspicious activity in Azure environments using Azure Sentinel, Defender threat hunting, or working with an external MSSP/SOC • Microsoft 365 Security: ◦ Manage user access and permissions within Microsoft 365 applications like Exchange, SharePoint, and Teams. ◦ Utilize Microsoft Defender for Identity to detect and respond to potential identity-based threats ◦ Implement data loss prevention (DLP) policies to protect sensitive information across Microsoft 365 platforms ◦ Monitor for suspicious activity in Microsoft 365 environments using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Cloud Apps, Defender for Identity Key skills and knowledge: • Deep understanding of Azure security features and services • Familiarity with Microsoft 365 security capabilities and best practices • Expertise in identity and access management (IAM) concepts, including Entra Conditional Access policies • Proficiency in security incident and event management (SIEM) tools. Working with an external SOC/MSSP/SEIM preferred. • Knowledge of network security principles and threat detection techniques • Experience with compliance frameworks and regulations Relevant certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate and Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate and/or Microsoft 365 Administrator Expert Company Background: Vistrada is a business, technology and operations services organization dedicated to helping clients plan, design, implement and manage initiatives to generate revenue, manage costs, build and sustain operations, and analyze and optimize their business. Vistrada distinguishes itself by providing seasoned expertise with a flexible team structure allowing agility and responsiveness to our client’s evolving needs. This ensures we bring in the right team at the right time while optimizing the client’s investment.  Powered by JazzHR fRUD197zMK

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