Senior Consultant Microsoft Security

6 - 11 years

15 - 30 Lacs

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Job Description

Role Summary:

Microsoft Security Solutions Architect

Key Responsibilities:

Solution Design & Implementation

  • Architect and implement

    Microsoft Intune

    for device compliance, app management, conditional access, and policy deployment across

    Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android

    environments.
  • Deploy and optimize Microsoft

    Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Office 365

    , and

    Defender for Cloud Apps

    in alignment with organizational security frameworks.
  • Configure

    Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)

    features including Conditional Access, SSO, MFA, PIM, RBAC, and Identity Protection policies.
  • Drive the adoption of

    Zero Trust Architecture

    , aligning endpoint protection and identity governance with customer risk management objectives.
  • Implement and manage

    DNS Firewall solutions

    to block malicious domains and enhance threat visibility and control.
  • Lead the

    detection, response, and mitigation of malware attacks

    , leveraging Microsoft security tools and incident response strategies.

Client Engagement & Advisory

  • Conduct client security assessments and define

    Microsoft-centric security roadmaps

    and architectural recommendations.
  • Deliver

    technical workshops, POCs, and pilot deployments

    for Intune, Defender, and Entra ID solutions.
  • Act as a

    trusted advisor

    on

    Microsoft Security best practices

    , data protection (e.g.,

    GDPR, ISO 27001

    ), governance, and regulatory compliance.

Operations & Support

  • Guide operational teams in

    incident detection, investigation, and remediation

    , especially related to malware, phishing, and endpoint threats.
  • Maintain and update technical documentation including

    architectures, policies, configurations

    , and

    incident response procedures

    .
  • Support scripting and automation for policy deployment, compliance monitoring, and operational efficiency using

    PowerShell

    and other tools.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • 6+ years of hands-on experience

    with Microsoft security solutions and enterprise IT environments.
  • Deep expertise in:
    • Microsoft Intune / Endpoint Manager

    • Microsoft Defender Suite

      (Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, Cloud Apps)
    • Microsoft Entra ID / Azure AD

      , including Identity Governance, Conditional Access, and PIM
    • Endpoint threat protection and malware remediation

    • DNS Firewall technologies

      (e.g., Microsoft Defender for DNS, third-party DNS protection tools)
  • Strong proficiency in

    PowerShell scripting

    , automation of compliance policies, and endpoint configurations.
  • Familiarity with

    Microsoft Sentinel

    ,

    Zero Trust frameworks

    , and modern workplace security models.
  • Solid experience with

    incident response

    , endpoint telemetry, and real-world malware analysis and resolution.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Certifications:

  • SC-200

    : Microsoft Security Operations Analyst
  • SC-300

    : Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator
  • SC-400

    : Microsoft Information Protection Administrator
  • MD-102

    : Microsoft Endpoint Administrator
  • Knowledge of integrations with

    third-party MDM, SIEM, DNS security

    , and IAM platforms is a plus.

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