Security Engineer - Level 2

Key Responsibilities

Security Operations

· Monitor and investigate security alerts generated by Microsoft Defender, Huntress,

SIEM

· Microsoft Entra ID, and related security systems.

· Perform initial triage and analysis of security incidents.

· Identify suspicious activity and escalate genuine threats appropriately.

· Support incident response activities and assist in remediation efforts.

· Document security incidents and create post-incident reports.

Microsoft Security Administration

· Administer Microsoft Entra ID security controls.

· Support Conditional Access policy deployment and maintenance.

· Manage Multi-Factor Authentication controls.

· Assist with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint configuration and administration.

· Support Intune security baselines and compliance policies.

· Assist with Microsoft Purview and compliance-related activities.

Vulnerability Management

· Review vulnerability scan results.

· Coordinate remediation activities with engineers and clients.

· Track remediation progress against agreed targets.

· Validate remediated vulnerabilities.

· Produce risk and remediation reports.

Endpoint and Device Security

· Support endpoint protection technologies.

· Investigate malware detections and endpoint incidents.

· Validate security baselines.

· Assist with patch management and remediation programs.

· Ensure devices meet Velocity security standards.

Security Monitoring and Reporting

· Review and analyse security events.

· Maintain documentation regarding security incidents and activities.

· Produce regular cybersecurity posture reports.

· Support client reporting requirements.

· Assist with audit evidence gathering and compliance reviews.

Client Engagement

· Explain security recommendations clearly to clients.

· Assist Account Managers and Technical Managers with security reviews.

· Participate in client meetings where security expertise is required.

· Translate technical risks into practical business language.

Continuous Improvement

· Assist in the development of security standards and operating procedures.

· Create and maintain security knowledge-base articles.

· Identify opportunities to automate operational security activities.

· Stay current with Microsoft security capabilities and emerging threats.

Required Skills and Experience

Technical

· 3-5 years of experience in:

o Security operations

o Security engineering

o MSP security services

o Infrastructure security

· Practical experience with:

o Microsoft Defender XDR

o Microsoft Sentinel

o Microsoft Entra ID

o Conditional Access

o Intune

o Vulnerability management platforms

o Security monitoring and incident investigation

o Endpoint management

Preferred Certifications

· SC-300 Identity and Access Administrator

· SC-200 Security Operations Analyst

· MD-102 Endpoint Administrator

· AZ-500 Azure Security Engineer