688 Azure Security jobs in the United Kingdom

We're working on an exciting opportunity with one of our clients with a rapidly transforming technical environment with lots of investment. They're looking to bring in an Azure Cyber Security Analyst to help drive their mission forward by protecting critical systems and embedding a robust security culture throughout the business.

Key responsibilities for the Azure Cyber Security Analyst:

As an Azure Cyber Security Analyst, you'll join a collaborative and multi-disciplinary security team that works across operations, assurance, and governance. This is a highly cross-functional role, perfect for someone with broad security expertise who enjoys variety and continual development.

As the Azure Cyber Security Analyst y ou wi ll take the lead on:

• Driving the use of Azure Cloud based security tools such as Defender and Sentinel
• Configure and manage alerts through Defender
• First and second line security operations, including vulnerability management
• Investigating and responding to security incidents
• Ensuring policies and procedures remain aligned to industry best practice
• Promoting security awareness and education throughout the organisation particularly in relation to Cloud security best practice
• Mentoring junior analysts and supporting team leadership initiatives

Key skills for the Azure Cyber Security Analyst:

• Azure environment - Essential
• Defender and Sentinel commercial experience - Essential
• Proven experience in a security-focused role, ideally across several of the following areas: security operations, vulnerability management, security assurance, risk management, or project consultancy
• A clear enthusiasm for cybersecurity, with a proactive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Solid understanding of risk assessment frameworks and methodologies
• Strong communication skills and the ability to translate complex technical issues for non-technical audiences
• A detail-oriented, self-starting mindset and a strong customer service focus

If you're ready to bring your security expertise to a team that's passionate about purpose and innovation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch to learn more.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Azure Security Engineer to join our UK-based team. This role will be responsible for implementing and maintaining robust security solutions across our Azure cloud infrastructure. You’ll play a key role in ensuring compliance, hardening environments, and leveraging Microsoft’s security tools to protect our systems and data.

Key Responsibilities

Security Architecture & Implementation

• Implement and maintain secure Azure architectures in line with best practices
• Develop and support cloud security policies and technical standards
• Conduct security assessments, risk analysis, and contribute to security roadmaps
• Collaborate with teams to integrate security into CI/CD and cloud-native applications

Microsoft Security Stack

• Configure and manage Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Defender for Endpoint, and Sentinel
• Deploy Microsoft Purview for compliance and information protection
• Manage Microsoft 365 Defender (Office 365, Identity, Endpoint)
• Support Conditional Access, Entra ID, and Identity Governance setups
• Implement Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and sensitivity labels
• Work with Azure Key Vault and manage encryption and certificate strategies
• Collaborate with our SOC and managed Sentinel provider on incident handling

Compliance & Governance

• Help ensure compliance with ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and NIS2
• Support configuration and monitoring in Microsoft Compliance Manager
• Maintain security documentation and assist in audit preparation
• Configure insider risk management, audit, and eDiscovery capabilities
• Track Secure Score and recommend improvements

Incident Response & Monitoring

• Configure monitoring and alerts using Microsoft tools (Sentinel, Defender)
• Participate in incident response and post-incident reviews
• Contribute to the development of business continuity and disaster recovery plans
• Track KPIs and generate reports using Microsoft compliance and security solutions

Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with DevOps, infrastructure, and application teams
• Provide technical security guidance to colleagues
• Communicate technical risks and recommendations to key stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or similar
• 2+ years in cloud security roles, with at least 1 years in Microsoft Azure environments
• Experience in enterprise-level cloud environments, preferably in regulated industries

• Deep expertise in Azure security and Microsoft Defender suite
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Sentinel, Purview, Intune, and Defender for Endpoint
• Strong experience with Entra ID/Active Directory, Conditional Access, and PIM
• Hands-on with PowerShell and Microsoft Graph API for security automation
• Familiarity with M365 security, Zero Trust models, and Microsoft Information Protection
• Knowledge of compliance tools and frameworks (e.g. GDPR, ISO 27001, NIS2)
• Experience with Azure Firewall, NSGs, ASGs, and endpoint management

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100) or working toward it
• One or more of: MS-500, SC-400, SC-900

Certifications (Desirable)

• CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or similar

• Excellent communication and technical documentation skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to work independently and as part of cross-functional teams
• Comfortable presenting findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave rising to 29 days
• Enhanced parental leave
• Medicash (Health Cash Plans)
• Wellness Days
• Flexible Fridays (Opportunity to finish early)
• Birthday day off
• Employee assistance program
• Travel loan scheme
• Charity days
• Breakfast provided
• Social Events throughout the year
• Hybrid Working

Our Company:

With Intelligence is based at One London Wall, London EC2Y 5EA. We offer amazing benefits, free breakfast daily and drinks provided all day, every day. We actively encourage social networks that oversee activities from sports, book reading to rock climbing, that you are free to join.

As part of our company, you will enjoy the benefits of an open plan office and working with a social and energetic team. With Intelligence provides exclusive editorial, research, data and events for senior executives within the asset management industry. These include hedge funds, private credit, private equity, real estate and traditional asset management, and our editorial brands are seen as market leaders in providing asset manager sales and IR execs with the actionable information they require to help them raise and retain assets. To maintain and grow our position in the market we need to continue to hire highly motivated, thoughtful and to ensure our subscribers are getting the exclusive intelligence they need first, and most comprehensively, through our range of services. If you are interested so far in what you have read, please apply, we look forward to hearing from you.

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About the Role

Microsoft House is seeking a talented and driven Cloud Engineer to join its Glasgow-based team. This permanent role offers a hybrid working model, requiring just one day per week onsite. You'll play a key role in designing, implementing, and supporting cloud-based solutions using Microsoft technologies, with a focus on O365 , M365 , and Azure .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deploy scalable cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure.
• Manage and optimize Microsoft 365 and Office 365 environments.
• Ensure security, compliance, and governance across cloud platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cloud transformation projects.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot cloud-related issues.
• Automate tasks and processes using scripting tools (e.g., PowerShell).
• Stay current with Microsoft cloud innovations and best practices.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a Cloud Engineering role, ideally within enterprise environments.
• Strong hands-on expertise with:
• Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, networking, identity)
• Office 365 and Microsoft 365 administration
• Azure Active Directory, Intune, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online
• Experience with cloud security, monitoring, and automation.
• Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, CLI).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AZ-104 , MS-100 , MS-101 ) are highly desirable.

What's on Offer

• Work in a cutting-edge Microsoft-focused environment.
• Flexible hybrid working model (1 day onsite in Glasgow).
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and certification.
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about cloud technologies and want to be part of a forward-thinking team at Microsoft House, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.

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• Design, implement, and maintain security controls for AWS and Azure environments.
• Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests.
• Implement and manage security monitoring, logging, and alerting systems.
• Lead incident response activities, including investigation, containment, and remediation.
• Automate security tasks and processes using scripting and IaC tools.
• Manage Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions and enforce least privilege principles.
• Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and frameworks.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate security into the CI/CD pipeline.
• Provide security guidance and mentorship to engineering teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on cloud security.
• In-depth knowledge of AWS and Azure security services and best practices.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash) and IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Experience with security monitoring, SIEM, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools.
• Strong understanding of network security, cryptography, and IAM.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CCSP, AWS/Azure security certs) are a plus.

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