Solution Specialist

**Responsibilities**:

- Implement, configure, and optimize Microsoft 365 and Azure Security & Compliance solutions across client environments.
- Deploy and support Microsoft security platforms, including Microsoft Purview, Entra ID, Defender for Cloud, Defender for Office 365, and Defender for Endpoint, ensuring alignment with client security and compliance requirements.
- Translate business and technical requirements into secure configurations, deployment checklists, and operational runbooks.
- Conduct solution onboarding, integration, and baseline hardening across multi-tenant or hybrid environments.
- Monitor and respond to security incidents and alerts, perform root cause analysis, and support remediation activities.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, configuration standards, and deployment playbooks to ensure operational consistency.
- Collaborate with solution architects, engineers, and SOC analysts to ensure seamless implementation and transition to managed operations.
- Support incident response and after-action reviews, providing technical insight and preventive recommendations.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance Microsoft Security posture, automation, and process efficiency.
- Contribute to security assessments and transformation projects under the Cyber Risk and Technology Advisory Service line.

**Experience**:

- 6-8 years of relevant IT or cybersecurity experience, with at least 4 years of hands-on experience implementing and supporting Microsoft Security and Compliance solutions.
- Proven experience in deploying and managing:

- Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Cloud, and Defender for Office 365
- Microsoft Purview (Information Protection, DLP, Compliance Manager)
- Microsoft Entra ID (Identity Governance, Conditional Access, MFA, Role Management)
- Experience operating in hybrid cloud and enterprise M365 environments. Familiarity with incident detection, response, and monitoring processes, preferably within a SOC or managed services environment.
- Working knowledge of security governance and compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls, etc.).
- Experience with Microsoft Sentinel or other SIEM/SOAR platforms for threat analytics and response automation.
- Exposure to ITIL processes (Incident, Change, Problem Management).
- Strong collaboration and communication skills across multidisciplinary teams.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related discipline. - Microsoft Certifications:

- SC-200 - Microsoft Security Operations Analyst
- SC-300 - Identity and Access Administrator Associate
- SC-400 - Information Protection and Compliance Administrator
- AZ-900 - Azure Fundamentals

Preferred:

- AZ-500 - Azure Security Engineer Associate - MS-102 - Microsoft 365 Administrator - ITIL Foundation Certification (advantageous) Skills and Abilities
- In-depth understanding of Microsoft Security technologies across M365, Azure, and hybrid environments.
- Strong hands-on expertise with endpoint protection, identity management, and data security solutions.
- Analytical and structured problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Team player with a proactive mindset and willingness to take ownership.
- Committed to continuous learning in the Microsoft security ecosystem.
- Willingness to work flexible hours and provide on-call support when required.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent, Contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: RM10,000.00 - RM12,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person