IT Security Specialist

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE…: We are seeking an IT Security Specialist with a strong focus on the Microsoft security ecosystem to join our global IT Security & Governance team. This role supports daily enterprise security operations while progressively taking ownership of global security initiatives that improve operational efficiency and overall security maturity. The IT Security Specialist works closely with global infrastructure and end‑user computing teams to operate, optimize, and standardize security controls across the organization. WHAT WILL YOU BE RESPONSIBLE FOR?: Enterprise Security Operations: Security Automation, Incident Response & Continuous Improvement - Support daily security operations across the entire security stack, including: - Microsoft Defender XDR (Endpoint, Identity, Cloud Apps, Email and Collaboration), Entra ID, Conditional Access, MFA, PIM, and Identity Governance - Intune device compliance, endpoint protection, and policy troubleshooting - Monitor, investigate, and respond to security alerts via the Microsoft 365 Defender portal. - Assist with configuration, tuning, and optimization of security controls to reduce alert noise and improve detection quality. - Design,...