Microsoft Sentinel Engineer

Salary: £65,000 - 70,000 per year

Requirements

• I have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Microsoft Sentinel or SIEM Engineer.
• I possess a strong technical background across Microsoft 365, Azure, networking, and cybersecurity.
• I have hands-on experience with KQL, PowerShell, and ideally Python.
• I have proven experience automating processes using Logic Apps, Playbooks, or Terraform.
• I understand encryption, data protection, and incident response.
• I am a confident communicator, capable of working in client-facing scenarios.
• I hold certifications in one or more of the following:
• - SC-200 (Security Operations Analyst)
• - AZ-500 (Azure Security Engineer)
• - SC-100 (Cybersecurity Architect – highly desirable)
• - CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or Ethical Hacker

Responsibilities

• I will design, configure, and deliver Sentinel SIEM solutions for enterprise clients.
• I will develop and optimise automation rules, playbooks, and runbooks using Logic Apps and Power Automate.
• I will write and fine-tune Kusto Query Language (KQL) queries to analyze and visualize raw security data.
• I will integrate third-party tools (firewalls, IAM, telemetry) into Sentinel.
• I will use MITRE ATT&CK to anticipate and counter adversarial activity.
• I will apply cost-optimisation principles (data tiering, filtering).
• I will collaborate with security architects to improve internal policies and ensure ISO 27001 alignment.
• I will act as an escalation point within the SOC and mentor junior engineers.

Technologies

• Architect
• Azure
• IAM
• Microsoft 365
• PowerShell
• Python
• Security
• Terraform
• Office 365
• Cloud
• DevOps

More

We are a rapidly growing cybersecurity team within a specialist Microsoft consultancy, which is expanding quickly across the UK and globally. As a Microsoft Sentinel Engineer, I will take ownership of advanced security projects and help strengthen our clients' security operations. This role requires a combination of engineering depth and client interaction, perfect for individuals who enjoy both hands-on work and architectural thinking. By joining our team, I will have the opportunity to work in a fast-growing division with real progression opportunities and collaborate with senior leadership in a flat structure. This fully remote role allows for flexible working and global team collaboration.

last updated 18 week of 2026