Security Analyst – Microsoft Cloud & On‑Prem
Network IT · Johannesburg North
Job description
About the role
We are looking for a Security Analyst who lives and breathes the Microsoft security stack, protecting both cloud and on‑premise environments for an industry‑leading investment and technology firm.
Key responsibilities
- Hunt down threats using Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR.
- Respond to incidents such as phishing, malware and identity compromise.
- Secure Azure workloads and enforce Zero Trust principles.
- Strengthen defenses with Fortinet firewalls and provide unified visibility in Sentinel.
- Build and refine security playbooks to stay ahead of threats.
- Drive compliance with Microsoft Purview and global standards like GDPR and ISO 27001.
Required profile
- Minimum 3 years experience in a SOC or Security Analyst role.
- Hands‑on expertise with Microsoft Sentinel, Defender, Azure and Purview.
- Strong understanding of SIEM/SOAR, IAM and cloud security fundamentals.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., SC‑200, AZ‑500, SC‑400, Security+) are a plus.
Required skills
- Microsoft Sentinel
- Microsoft Defender
- Microsoft Azure
- Microsoft Purview
- Fortinet firewalls
- SIEM
- SOAR
- IAM
What we offer
- Work with cutting‑edge Microsoft security tools.
- Collaborate across teams to embed security throughout the business.
- Continuous learning opportunities and access to threat intelligence.
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