Microsoft Security Engineer

2 weeks ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Platinum Global Talent Solutions Full time


Job Description

Location: Remote

Overview:

A valued TELUS client is seeking a seasoned Microsoft Security Engineer
to maintain, optimize, and secure their live enterprise environment. This role requires a strong foundation in cybersecurity threat mitigation, optimization and management on desktop and cloud.

You'll work closely with the internal IT team and be responsible for the day-to-day performance and improvement of the security posture.

Key Responsibilities

As a Microsoft Security Engineer, you will lead the design, implementation, and ongoing management of Microsoft Security solutions, ensuring enterprise‑wide protection across cloud and desktop environments. In addition, you will:

  • Build, configure, and optimize the Microsoft Defender platform (desktop and cloud) to strengthen threat detection, response, and remediation capabilities.
  • Develop and enforce conditional access policies and advanced identity and access management strategies to safeguard organizational assets.
  • Administer and enhance Microsoft Purview
    for compliance, data governance, and information protection across the enterprise.
  • Perform daily security operations, including monitoring, incident response, and risk management, while aligning practices with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
  • Conduct security audits, identify gaps, and implement remediation plans to ensure robust defense against evolving cyber threats.

Skills and Experience

Were looking for a reliable professional who brings both technical depth and a collaborative spirit. The ideal candidate will have:

  • Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Minimum of 5 years of cybersecurity experience, with a proven focus on Microsoft enterprise environments.
  • Hands‑on expertise in implementing and managing Microsoft security technologies, including Defender, Conditional Access, and Intune.
  • Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat management, and identity/access management within Microsoft platforms.
  • Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to perform effectively under pressure.
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative team‑player mindset, with experience working across technical and business stakeholders.

This is a contract role. Successful candidate must be incorporated.

Start Date: Immediately

Duration: 6 months – possible to become permanent.

Work Location: hybrid / remote.


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