Microsoft Security Implementation Consultant at Morson Edge, Multiple Locations, £550-£650 per day

Microsoft Security Implementation Consultant

Location: Hemel Hempstead (2 days onsite)
Contract: Outside IR35
Day rate: Up to 650 per day
Duration: 6 months
Start date: ASAP
Key skills: Microsofts E5 security suite

We currently have an opportunity for a Microsoft Security Implementation Consultant. The role involves shaping, designing, deploying and configuring the complete Microsoft E5 Security Suite into the Business.

Skills & Experience
- 3-7 years of hands-on Microsoft Security implementation
- Strong knowledge of all Microsoft Defender modules
- Strong understanding of Entra ID security frameworks
- Experience integrating Microsoft security tools in enterprise setups
- Preferred Certifications: SC-200, SC-300, SC-400, AZ-500

Key Responsibilities:

- End-to-end implementation of Microsoft Security tools (Defender, Sentinel, Entra ID
- Deploy Microsoft Defender modules - Endpoint, Identity, Cloud Apps & Office 365
- Implement & configure Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR): rules, playbooks, automation, alerts
- Set up Conditional Access, MFA, PIM & identity security controls in Entra ID
- Design & implement Zero Trust models across users, devices & cloud workloads
- Integrate Microsoft security tools with AD, Azure AD, MDM, firewalls & third-party solutions
- Build governance policies, baselines, documentation & best practices
- Provide tuning, optimization & operational guidance