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Senior Microsoft Cloud Security Analyst


Company : Expert360


Location : Sydney, Australia


Created : 2025-12-12


Job Type : Full Time


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4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsDirect message the job poster from Expert360Connecting Experts to Great OpportunitiesTitle: Senior Microsoft Cloud Security AnalystLocation: Sydney, AustraliaWork Model: HybridAbout Expert360:Expert360 empowers more than 42,000 (and growing!) elite professionals around the world to find great work and be successful. Expert360 was founded in 2013 with a simple but powerful mission - to connect amazing people with great companies to get important work done.We believe in choice, flexibility and empowerment. We believe if you can change the world of work, you can change the world. Come and join us in defining and bringing to life the future of work!About the role:Our client uses a wide range of Microsoft cloud technologies. As they have continued to broaden the Microsoft range of products and services, they need for a Security Analyst with specialist skills in this area has emerged. This role presents an opportunity for the right candidate to take full ownership of the Group Technology security capability, which will be predominantly Microsoft-based but is not limited to the Microsoft scope. You will be supported by a highly capable team and a very cohesive department.Critical success criteria:Reduction of critical and high-risk vulnerabilities across Microsoft cloud environmentsImprovements in Microsoft Secure Score and compliance score metricsTimely and effective remediation of audit and incident response findingsSuccessful delivery of training and awareness programs with improved end-user security behaviour.Maintenance of robust documentation and adherence to change management protocolsKey responsibilities:Security Program ManagementIdentification and clear communication of risks. Proposing remediations to Technology leadersPlanning and implementing findings or recommendations from annual security audits, incident response preparation and external checks from shareholders, insurance, financial audit, etc. via a structured programAct as the security design authority/architect, both designing effective security solutions and reviewing solutions proposed by other Technology staff against a set of security requirementsEndpoint Security, Identity, and Security OperationsManaging daily threats and enhancing the security landscapeAdministration of the SIEM system, encompassing the integration of new data sources, monitoring risks, and planning or automating suitable interventionsOngoing identity checks on O365 accounts, Groups, SharePoint site access and ADMonitoring and managing Azure security, including checks and daily alerts, threats and security enhancementsApplying Microsoft recommendations to increase the overall security scoreMaintaining a secure EUC, including Image management, SSL security cert management, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft PurviewEnd User Security TrainingManage a program of e-learning end-user security trainingMeasure the effectiveness of training through phishing simulations and user compliance reportsMaintain training records and provide reporting to compliance and audit teamsData managementCollaborate with the Data Governance team to classify and protect sensitive dataImplement and manage data loss prevention (DLP) policies across Microsoft 365 and cloud environmentsEnsure secure data lifecycle management practices are followedIncident Response and RemediationWork with our incident response service provider to ensure that preparation and readiness activities are closed outIn an incident scenario, contribute as a key stakeholder for actions and data acquisitionGeneralProvide security input to required documentation to support Group Technology this may be small contributions or full document ownership, depending on the scenarioEnsure system changes/maintenance processes are best practice and that change control processes are adhered toGeneral Microsoft system administration, as required. Key Working Relationships: Internal Group Technology ManagementEssential Qualifications, Skills and Experience:MS-500 or equivalentDeep understanding of the portfolio of Microsoft applications, especially those in E5 SecurityMicrosoft Defender ATP security monitoring and management security operationsIdentity and Access Security ManagementProven experience working as a Security Analyst or ManagerMicrosoft Sentinel and Purview.Proven experience in recognising alignment between technology and business processPersonal Attributes:Exceptional interpersonal and general communication skills must be able to make technology simple to understand and develop cohesive narratives to support technical deliveryA team player with a collaboration-oriented mindsetAbility to own a capability area from planning to delivery and operationsWillingness to learn and develop new skills and environment changeDetail-oriented individual with the ability to rapidly learn and take advantage of new concepts, business models, and technologiesAdditional Requirements / Working Conditions:Always adhere to company valuesBe prepared to respond to urgent business needs outside of normal hours (only occasional). 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