Infrastructure Security Engineer

The Infrastructure Security Engineer will be responsible for implementing and maintaining robust security measures to protect the organisation's technology infrastructure.

Client Details

The organisation is a public sector.

Description

Key Responsibilities

Microsoft Sentinel

• Configure and maintain Sentinel analytics rules, workbooks, and connectors
• Develop and optimise dashboards and reports for threat visibility
• Manage Sentinel upgrades and ensure platform stability
• Conduct threat hunting and incident investigations using KQL

Microsoft Defender

• Administer Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Cloud, and Office 365
• Monitor and respond to alerts across Defender platforms
• Collaborate with IT teams to remediate vulnerabilities and improve endpoint security

SOAR Automation

• Design, build, and deploy automated playbooks using Logic Apps
• Integrate SOAR workflows with Sentinel and Defender alerts
• Continuously improve automation to reduce response times and manual effort

Strategic & Analytic Duties

• Analyse security datasets to identify trends and emerging threats
• Produce actionable plans and reports for senior stakeholders
• Drive multiple concurrent initiatives, from tactical fixes to strategic improvements

Profile

A successful Infrastructure Security Engineer should have:

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel including configuration, reporting, and upgrades
• Strong understanding of SOAR playbook development and automation
• Ability to manage multiple simultaneous initiatives effectively
• Proficiency in KQL, Azure Logic Apps, and Microsoft Defender suite
• Analytical mindset with experience in data-driven security planning
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Job Offer

• Competitive daily rate of approximately £550 to £650, based on experience.
• Opportunity to work within a respected public sector organisation.
• Temporary contract offering exposure to impactful projects in the technology department.
• Chance to develop expertise in infrastructure security.

If you have the skills to excel as an Infrastructure Security Engineer, we encourage you to apply and contribute to the organisation's mission to safeguard its technology infrastructure.