Cyber Defence Engineer

As our Cyber Defence Engineer you will be responsible for:

• Subject Matter Expert in Microsoft cloud security, advising clients on best practices and strategic security improvements.
• Works closely with internal teams and customers to develop, implement, and assure strong security practices.
• Supports and engages internal teams where required, helping to drive continuous improvement across security operations.
• Ensures all security initiatives remain aligned with the strategic objectives of both the business and the wider team.
• Delivers agreed security posture improvement initiatives for customers, ensuring minimal operational impact.
• Designing and implementing proactive security posture management strategies across Microsoft Defender for 365, Entra ID, Intune, and Microsoft Cloud services.
• Conducting security assessments, gap analyses, and maturity reviews to identify risks and recommend clear, practical remediation actions.
• Leading and coordinating responses to complex security incidents, ensuring effective investigation, containment, and resolution.
• Developing, maintaining, and improving security baselines, policies, and configuration standards across Microsoft cloud environments.
• Collaborating closely with SOC, infrastructure, and cloud teams to deliver cohesive and well‑integrated security operations.
• Driving automation and integration of security tools to improve threat detection, response efficiency, and security reporting.
• Supporting compliance and governance initiatives by aligning security controls with frameworks such as ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, NIST, and CIS.
• Engaging with clients to deliver workshops, technical briefings, and strategic guidance on Microsoft security technologies.
• Staying up to date with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and Microsoft product developments, applying insights to real‑world environments.
• Contributing to internal knowledge sharing, mentoring, and capability development within the security team.

Essentials:

• Do you bring 3–5 years of proven experience in cyber defence or security engineering, ideally within managed services or consultancy? That’s exactly what we’re after.
• Are you confident working with the Microsoft 365 Defender suite (Endpoint, Identity, Cloud Apps, etc.)? Strong expertise here is key.
• Hands-on with Microsoft Entra, 365, Azure, Intune, and Purview? We want to see how you’ve applied security remediation, posture hardening, and secure score improvements.
• Do you understand Zero Trust architecture and cloud security principles — and the impact of changes you make? That’s critical for this role.
• Can you maintain client environments to regulatory compliance policies in Microsoft 365 and Azure (ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NIST)? That’s a must.
• Solid knowledge of Windows OS configuration, Active Directory, Group Policy, and security hardening is expected.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, plus stakeholder engagement — because security is about people as much as technology.
• Minimum AZ-500 certification, plus at least one of SC-200, SC-300, or SC-400.

Preferable:

• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (or equivalent).
• Experience with Linux administration and security hardening.
• Strong Microsoft Purview and information governance skills — a distinct advantage.
• Familiarity with SIEM/SOAR platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel.
• Experience with automation and scripting (PowerShell, KQL).
• Exposure to compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS).
• Ability to write clear technical documentation and processes.

Line Reporting & Working Structure

• This role reports directly to the Head of Security Risk & Strategy.
• You’ll work closely with all pillars of the Cyber Defence Centre.
• Collaboration is central — you’ll partner with teams across Atech.

Competitive Salary + Atech India Benefits:

• 24 days leave plus 8 festival holidays  
• Food Provided 
• Provident Fund 
• Exam fee and training funding  
• Healthcare Scheme. 
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave  
• Employee Assistance Programme  
• Employee Awards - 5, 10, and 15-year service awards  
• Employee Referral Scheme  
• Individual Training & Development Plans.

Atech part of the Iomart Group is a highly accredited Microsoft Partner who delivers transformed technology with managed services. Our team of certified Microsoft experts align with your team to deliver an excellent service tailored to your individual needs, 24/7/365.

Our services support 25,000 users globally and proactively monitor 45,000+ devices in key areas:

• Azure infrastructure managed service
• Modern Workplace: Office 365, Microsoft 365, and Azure Virtual Desktop
• Managed Security and SOC with Microsoft Defender, Sentinel

Please click apply if you like the sound of this. If you do not have an up to date CV or want to have a chat about the role first please feel free to contact me on india.careers@atech.cloud

We’re an equal opportunities employer and want our vacancies to be available to all, so if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments during the process then just let us know.