Opdrachtomschrijving

Position Overview:

As a Microsoft Defender Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the security and protection of an organization's digital assets by leveraging Microsoft Defender solutions. Your expertise will be focused on configuring, managing, and optimizing Microsoft Defender products to detect, prevent, and respond to various cyber threats. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement robust security strategies that safeguard the organization's systems, networks, and data.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Microsoft Defender Implementation and Management:
   - Configure, deploy, and manage Microsoft Defender solutions, including Microsoft Defender Antivirus, Microsoft Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP), and Microsoft Defender for Identity.
   - Stay current with Microsoft Defender feature updates, patches, and best practices.

2. Threat Detection and Prevention:
   - Monitor and analyse security alerts generated by Microsoft Defender products, identifying potential threats and vulnerabilities.
   - Develop and fine-tune detection rules, policies, and profiles to enhance threat detection capabilities.

3. Incident Response and Investigation:
   - Investigate security incidents flagged by Microsoft Defender ATP, collaborating with incident response teams to analyse and mitigate threats.
   - Develop incident response playbooks and guidelines for rapid and effective incident handling.

4. Threat Intelligence Integration:
   - Incorporate threat intelligence feeds into Microsoft Defender solutions to enhance threat detection accuracy and response effectiveness.
   - Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to stay updated on emerging threats and attack trends.

5. Endpoint Security Management:
   - Implement and manage security configurations for endpoints, ensuring compliance with security policies and standards.
   - Enforce security baselines and hardening measures using Microsoft Defender tools.

6. Security Analytics and Reporting:
   - Generate regular security reports and metrics using Microsoft Defender analytics, providing insights into threat trends, incident response effectiveness, and overall security posture.

7. Continuous Improvement and Optimization:
   - Continuously evaluate and optimize Microsoft Defender configurations, rules, and policies to minimize false positives and enhance threat detection accuracy.
   - Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement in security operations.

8. Training and Awareness:
   - Provide training and guidance to internal teams on Microsoft Defender products, security best practices, and incident response procedures.
   - Foster a culture of security awareness and vigilance among employees.

Qualifications and Requirements:
- Local Dutch(C1/C2 proficiency in reading, wring & speaking) with good English proficiency
- A minimum of 3+ years of experience in relevant areas
- Relevant industry certifications such as Microsoft Certified: AZ-500/MS-500, SC-100, SC-300 etc.
- Extensive experience in configuring and managing Microsoft Defender products, including strong familiarity with Microsoft Defender ATP.
- Proficiency in scripting and automation for security tasks using PowerShell, Python, or similar tools.
- Deep understanding of modern cyber threats, attack techniques, and security mitigation strategies.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for incident investigation and threat analysis.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Working Conditions:
- This role may require occasional on-call availability for responding to critical security incidents.
- Collaborate with IT, Security Operations, and Incident Response teams to ensure comprehensive security coverage.
- Stay informed about the latest Microsoft Defender features, security enhancements, and threat landscape.

Note: This job description provides a general outline and can be tailored to match the specific needs of the organization and the evolving landscape of Microsoft Defender products and security practices.