Security Associate

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Security Associate to join our IT team. This role is very important in ensuring the security of our cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in Azure security services, Windows Server security, SQL Server security, and infrastructure administration.

Key Responsibilities:-

• Manage and optimize Azure Security services, including Microsoft Sentinel, Azure Monitor, Defender for Cloud, Endpoint/Server, Identity, etc.
• Configure and monitor Log Analytics Workspaces and workbooks for effective threat detection and incident response.
• Create and manage virtual network configurations, private endpoint connections, and other networking/firewall resources.
• Implement security best practices for Azure resources, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and responding to incidents.
• Manage security configurations using Azure Policy
• Manage and secure mobile devices and applications using Microsoft Intune.
• Manage identity, access, and Conditional Access policies within Azure AD.

Windows and SQL Server Security (30%)

• Apply security hardening techniques to Windows Server environments.
• Monitor and manage security baselines, patch management, and vulnerability assessments.
• Implement and maintain Group Policies, security auditing, and logging.
• Enforce SQL Server security best practices, including log management.
• Conduct regular audits, compliance checks on Servers
• Manage roles, permissions, and security configurations to protect data integrity.

Infrastructure Administration (30%)

• Create and manage various Azure resources (VMs, SQL Servers, Storage accounts, App services, Gateways, key vaults etc.)
• Create, manage, and optimize Azure automation runbooks.
• Perform administrative tasks for SQL Server, Windows Server, Microsoft 365 services, including Intune, Entra ID, Teams, Exchange, Purview for data governance etc.
• Ensure high availability and performance of servers and services.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues promptly.
• Support backup and restore, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Azure security and infrastructure management.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft security tools (Sentinel, Defender for Cloud, Defender for Endpoint/server).
• Proficiency in Windows Server and SQL Server security practices.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and Entra ID administration.

Certifications (Preferred):

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive security mindset.