Overview
We are seeking a Senior Security & Privacy Operations Analyst to join a leading enterprise organization for an initial 6-month contract. In this hybrid role, the analyst will primarily focus on hands-on operational tasks in both Security and Privacy operations, ensuring efficient execution and optimization of processes within the Microsoft security and compliance framework. You will collaborate with established teams while directly impacting cybersecurity and data governance practices across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate security incident triage and containment activities.
- Tune and improve analytics rules and alerts within Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender.
- Conduct proactive threat hunting initiatives using KQL and intelligence-led techniques.
- Oversee vulnerability scanning and remediation tracking activities.
- Manage operational responses for Subject Access Requests (SARs) and deletion requests using Microsoft Purview.
- Support Data Protection Impact Assessments by identifying risks in new tools or data flows.
- Lead investigations into potential data spills or policy violations via Microsoft Purview.
Requirements
- Deep engineering-level experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Defender, and Purview.
- Proficient in writing custom queries and ensuring tool integration.
- Demonstrated ability to build repeatable workflows and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Strong analytical skills to filter and isolate relevant compliance evidence from large data sets.
- Solid technical foundation in networks, cloud, or identity to assess risks during DPIA processes.
- Experience in operational roles with a focus on cybersecurity and data governance.