Microsoft Security Engineer

Microsoft Security Engineer – Defender XDR & Sentinel (Azure) 

Location: Kerala or Bangalore (In-person, Full-time) Experience: 3+ years in IT (Security & Cloud) 

Company Overview 

HireFlex is a global company specializing in providing professional services including Recruitment as a Service, Engineering as a Service, Data Analytics as a Service, DevOps as a Service, FinOps as a Service, and Cyber Security as a Service. We streamline processes and provide technical expertise, enabling businesses to focus on core operations while we handle complex tasks. Our client-centric approach emphasizes efficiency and strategic insights across industries such as fintech, telecom, retail, and healthcare. 

About the Role 

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Microsoft Security Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have deep hands-on expertise with Microsoft Defender (EDR/XDR), Azure Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR), KQL, and PowerShell, along with solid infrastructure knowledge across Windows and Linux. This role demands proactive troubleshooting, process ownership, and mentoring skills. 

Must-Have Skills 

• Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (EDR/XDR) – advanced configuration & troubleshooting 
• Azure Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR) – incident handling, playbooks, dashboards 
• Kusto Query Language (KQL) – advanced query writing for monitoring & hunting 
• PowerShell scripting – automation and process efficiency 
• Strong Windows & Linux infrastructure knowledge (troubleshooting, patching, hardening) 
• Azure Cloud – advanced security configuration, automation, and Logic Apps 
• ServiceNow – incident, problem, and change management 

Additional Skills 

• IoT/OT security knowledge (Engineering as a Service or equivalent) 
• Automation mindset – ability to identify and close operational gaps 
• Knowledge of compliance and governance standards 
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills 

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide expert-level support and administration for Azure Cloud security services 
• Deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot Microsoft Defender and Sentinel solutions 
• Write advanced KQL queries for security analysis, log investigation, and hunting 
• Troubleshoot and resolve OS-related security issues, including patch management 
• Develop automation scripts using PowerShell for efficiency and security use cases 
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, promoting best practices 
• Create and maintain SOPs, KB articles, and documentation for security processes 
• Handle escalations, gather stakeholder requirements, and create actionable security plans 
•  Collaborate with IT and security teams for seamless system integration 
• Work with ServiceNow for ITSM, SLA adherence, and dashboard creation 

Technical Assessment / Screening Focus 

• Azure Cloud (Expert) 
• Defender XDR and Sentinel (Advanced) 
• KQL (Advanced) 
• Windows/Linux OS (Expert) 
• PowerShell (Proficient) 
• Security troubleshooting in enterprise environments 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field 
• 3+ years of IT experience, with strong exposure to cloud, OS, and security 
• Relevant certifications highly preferred: 
• - Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate 
• - Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate 
• - Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate 
• - Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

HireFlex is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.