Microsoft Office 365 Security Administrator

Position Summary:

The Microsoft Office 365 Security Administrator is responsible for implementing, managing, and monitoring security measures across the Microsoft 365 environment to protect data, identities, and compliance policies. This role ensures that security configurations align with industry best practices and organizational standards, while proactively identifying and mitigating potential threats.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain security features in Microsoft 365, including Microsoft Defender, Purview (Compliance), Conditional Access, and Microsoft Entra (Azure AD).
• Manage data loss prevention (DLP), email encryption, and threat protection policies.
• Monitor Microsoft 365 Security Center and Compliance Center for alerts and incidents.
• Configure and enforce Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Conditional Access policies.
• Perform regular audits and compliance checks across the tenant.
• Respond to security incidents, coordinate remediation, and create incident reports.
• Implement governance policies (e.g., retention, eDiscovery, sensitivity labels).
• Stay updated on emerging threats and Microsoft 365 security roadmap developments.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 5+ years of proven experience with Microsoft 365 administration and security tools.
• Strong understanding of identity and access management (IAM) in Azure AD.
• Hands-on experience with Defender for Office 365, Intune (optional), and compliance policies.
• Familiarity with PowerShell for automation and reporting.
• Microsoft certification(s) such as SC-300, MS-500, or SC-200 preferred.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.