Senior Windows & Microsoft 365 Security Engineer
Senior Windows & Microsoft 365 Security Engineer
22
Mumbai
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Skills:
Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Strong project ownership and execution capabilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong documentation and reporting skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
High attention to detail and commitment to security best practices.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Created Date: 2026-06-09
End Date: 2026-08-07
Experience: 4 - 8 years
Salary: 1600000
Industry: Home Décor and Lifestyle
Openings: 1
Primary Responsibilities :
1. Infrastructure & Server Security
Manage, secure, and maintain Windows Server environments, including Domain Controllers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and file servers.
Implement server hardening standards, patch management processes, vulnerability remediation, and security audits.
Design, implement, and maintain backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions.
Ensure the stability, security, and performance of on-premises infrastructure.
2. Microsoft 365 & Azure Security Management
Serve as the subject matter expert for Microsoft 365 and Azure security technologies.
Configure and manage security solutions including:
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Conditional Access Policies
Microsoft Defender for Office 365
Azure Information Protection (AIP)
Microsoft Sentinel
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Compliance & Security Center
Manage and secure hybrid identity environments through Azure AD Connect and Active Directory integration.
Continuously enhance cloud security posture and governance controls.
3. Security Project Leadership
Lead end-to-end infrastructure and security projects across Microsoft 365, Azure, and Windows Server environments.
Plan, deploy, and optimize security, monitoring, and observability platforms.
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, system reliability, and security maturity.
Drive technology improvements aligned with business and compliance requirements.
4. Monitoring, Incident Response & Threat Management
Monitor infrastructure, cloud services, and security platforms to proactively identify risks and vulnerabilities.
Investigate and respond to security incidents, alerts, and operational issues.
Perform SIEM administration, log analysis, correlation, and threat detection activities.
Conduct security assessments, risk analysis, and remediation planning.
5. Automation & Process Improvement
Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate administrative, operational, and security-related tasks.
Streamline system management, monitoring, reporting, and incident response processes.
Improve efficiency through automation and infrastructure optimization initiatives.
6. Documentation & Compliance
Maintain comprehensive documentation of infrastructure, security configurations, procedures, and policies.
Ensure adherence to industry best practices and security frameworks.
Support compliance initiatives, audits, risk assessments, and governance requirements.
Assist in implementing and maintaining security controls aligned with recognized standards.
Desired Skills:
Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Strong project ownership and execution capabilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong documentation and reporting skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
High attention to detail and commitment to security best practices.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Experience Requirements:
Educational Qualification
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience
Minimum 7+ years of experience in IT Infrastructure, Systems Administration, Cloud Security, or Information Security roles.
Proven experience independently managing enterprise Windows Server and Microsoft 365 environments.
Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and manage end-to-end infrastructure and security responsibilities.
Technical Skills
Windows Infrastructure
Expert-level knowledge of:
Windows Server Administration
Active Directory (AD)
Group Policy Objects (GPO)
DNS
DHCP
File & Print Services
Domain Controller Management
Strong experience in server hardening, patch management, vulnerability remediation, and security auditing.
Microsoft 365 & Azure Security
Advanced experience with:
Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance Center
Microsoft Defender for Office 365
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Azure Information Protection (AIP)
Microsoft Sentinel
Azure Active Directory
Conditional Access
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Hybrid Identity Management
Azure AD Connect
Security Operations
Experience with:
Security Monitoring
Incident Response
Threat Detection
Vulnerability Management
SIEM Platforms
Log Management & Correlation
Security Assessments & Risk Mitigation
Backup & Disaster Recovery
Strong experience implementing backup solutions and disaster recovery strategies.
Knowledge of business continuity planning and recovery processes.
Automation & Scripting
Advanced PowerShell scripting and automation skills.
Ability to automate infrastructure management, monitoring, and security operations.
Preferred Skills
Experience with:
Splunk
Microsoft Sentinel
Grafana
Graylog
Wazuh
Security Onion
Knowledge of:
Syslog Forwarding
Log Parsing
Dashboard Development
Security Analytics
Threat Hunting
