Senior Network & Microsoft Security Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Senior Network & Microsoft Security Engineer to join our team and play a critical role in securing and maintaining our network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with one or more major security vendors such as Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point, or Cisco within a globally distributed enterprise network, along with strong practical experience with Microsoft Defender and Microsoft Entra ID.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain Microsoft Defender security solutions across endpoint, identity, and cloud environments.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Microsoft Entra ID security features, including Conditional Access, Identity Protection, and authentication policies.
•  Investigate and respond to security alerts generated by Microsoft Defender and integrate findings into incident response activities.
• Managing and maintaining network security solutions using Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point, or Cisco technologies.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot firewalls, VPNs, IPS, and other security appliances.
• Monitor network security, analyze threats, and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Perform security risk assessments and recommend solutions to mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Configure and troubleshoot network routing protocols as part of security design and optimization.
• Conduct network troubleshooting, including packet capture and deep analysis using Wireshark and other network diagnostic tools.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure seamless integration of security solutions with network infrastructure.
• Stay up to date with emerging cybersecurity threats and industry best practices.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience:

• Hands-on experience with one or more of the following security platforms: Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point, or Cisco within a globally distributed enterprise network.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender (Defender XDR / Microsoft Defender security suite).
• Hands-on experience administering Microsoft Entra ID, including Conditional Access, Identity Protection, MFA, and authentication policies.
• Strong understanding of firewall policies, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation.
• Hands-on experience with network troubleshooting, packet capture, and deep packet analysis using Wireshark.
• Experience with network protocols, routing, switching, and security frameworks.
• Experience with SIEM solutions and incident response procedures.