Cyber security engineer in Microsoft environments

At Specialist Risk Group (SRG), we specialise in delivering expert risk solutions for complex, high-stakes challenges across a range of sectors. From professional indemnity insurance to bespoke risk management services, our work demonstrates both precision and adaptability, reflecting our commitment to helping clients navigate even the most demanding scenarios. Our dedication to excellence and innovative thinking underpins everything we do. Guided by our mantra, “Difficult.

Done Well.”, we tackle challenges that others shy away from, delivering solutions that are both robust and forward-thinking.

• Designing and maintaining identity and access controls across Entra , including Conditional Access and Privileged Identity Management.
• Enhancing security controls across Microsoft Defender, Sentinel and Purview environments.
• Developing endpoint security standards for Windows and macOS platforms.
• Automating security processes, reporting and evidence collection using Power Shell, Microsoft Graph and related technologies.
• Supporting incident response, threat investigations and vulnerability remediation activities.
• Contributing to Zero Trust initiatives and the secure onboarding of newly acquired businesses.

• Experience in Cyber Security Engineering, Infrastructure Security or Cloud Security.
• Exposure to Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Sentinel and KQL.
• Knowledge of Entra , including Conditional Access, PIM and identity lifecycle controls.
• Experience with vulnerability management and security operations processes.
• Practical automation skills using Power Shell and Microsoft Graph.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

• From 25 days holiday plus an extra half-day off to celebrate your birthday month.
• Company pension scheme to help secure your future.
• Private medical cover for peace of mind.
• Life insurance, income protection and sick pay to support you when you need it.
• Charity and volunteering days so you can give back to causes you care about.