Microsoft Security Engineer - up to £70,000 + Bonus - Hybrid

Microsoft Security Engineer (Defender / Purview / Entra ID)Salary: Up to £70,000 + Bonus + BenefitsLocation: Central London - Hybrid (3 days per week onsite)Job Type: PermanentA globally established organisation is seeking a Microsoft Security Engineer to strengthen its security capability across identity, endpoint, data protection and threat detection.This role will focus on leveraging the Microsoft security stack, including Defender XDR, Purview and Entra ID, to protect enterprise systems, manage risk and respond to security threats. You will work closely with internal teams to enhance security posture, implement controls and support ongoing improvements across the environment.Responsibilities for the Microsoft Security Engineer:Implement and manage Microsoft Defender XDR across endpoint, identity, email and cloud environmentsDesign and maintain Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Information Protection policies using Microsoft PurviewMonitor, investigate and respond to security threats, incidents and vulnerabilitiesConfigure and manage identity and access controls using Microsoft Entra ID, including Conditional Access and MFAImplement and maintain Privileged Identity Management (PIM/PAM) and secure access policiesConduct proactive threat hunting and support incident response activitiesSecure cloud applications and endpoints, ensuring alignment with security best practicesSupport eDiscovery, audit and data governance requirements using Microsoft PurviewWork with internal teams ..... full job details .....