Senior IT Security Consultant – (Daily Rate Contract)
We're looking for a
Senior IT Security Consultant
to join our IT Security team. This is a hands-on role where you'll protect our global infrastructure, respond to incidents, and strengthen security across Microsoft and cloud environments.
What you'll do:
* Monitor and respond to security alerts and incidents (SIEM, Microsoft Security tools).
* Lead investigations, containment, and recovery during security breaches.
* Drive vulnerability management and risk reduction.
* Enhance Microsoft Azure and cloud security architecture.
* Administer and optimise SIEM, endpoint protection, and IAM tools.
* Contribute to IT security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, Zero Trust).
What we're looking for:
* Bachelor's degree in computer science, Cyber Security, or a related field.
* 7+ years of professional experience in information security, including in security operations or SOC roles.
* Proven experience implementing and monitoring security controls across multiple environments.
* Strong knowledge of:
* Security incident management processes and methodologies.
* Vulnerability management and penetration testing tools.
* SIEM platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk or QRadar).
* Endpoint detection and response (EDR) such as Windows Defender and Vulnerability Management Tools such as Qualys, Nessus, Rapid7 etc.
* Threat intelligence platforms and threat hunting techniques.
* Microsoft security technologies (e.g., MS Defender XDR, Defender for Cloud, Entra, Purview and Intune).
* Azure Cloud security experience.
* Active Directory, Exchange, Office 365 administration, and Group Policy.
* Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO
* Familiarity with OT security standard IEC 62443 is preferred but not mandatory.
* Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and reporting skills.
* Demonstrated ability to design and implement security solutions across various technology layers.
* Strong interpersonal skills; capable of working independently and collaboratively.
* Working knowledge of OT/ICS security is desirable but not mandatory
* Availability to support incident response efforts outside regular business hours.
Professional certifications in Security (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CySA+, GSEC) or equivalent are highly desirable