New Era Technology NZ · 1 day ago
Client Dedicated - Microsoft Cloud Security Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
3+ years expNew Era Technology is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and inspired to grow. The Microsoft Cloud Security Engineer is responsible for the administration, integration, and optimization of Microsoft 365 services and related technologies, focusing on security and compliance initiatives.
Information ServicesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Manage and optimize Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, and related applications
Oversee user accounts, permissions, licenses, and service health
Implement security and compliance policies, including DLP and retention
Administer Entra ID (Azure AD), including identity governance, privileged access management (PIM), and synchronization with on-premises AD
Support hybrid identity scenarios and enforce zero trust principles
Administer and maintain on-premises Active Directory (AD) environments, including directory services (ADDS), authentication (LDAP/Kerberos), and group policy management
Oversee Windows Server infrastructure supporting AD, ensuring health, replication, and security of domain controllers
Configure and manage Microsoft Entra Connect or Cloud Sync to synchronize identity data between on-premises AD and Microsoft Entra ID
Ensure secure provisioning and deprovisioning of user accounts and groups in AD and Entra ID and business applications
Support privileged identity management (PIM) in Entra and Delinea Secret Server
Document and optimize hybrid identity workflows, collaborating with security and compliance teams to enforce best practices
Develop and maintain integration workflows using PowerShell and Python
Automate provisioning, reporting, and compliance tasks
Support custom application integrations and API-based automation
Configure and monitor Microsoft Defender for Identity, Defender for Cloud Apps, and Purview
Respond to security incidents, perform risk assessments, and ensure regulatory compliance
Document and optimize IAM and service administration processes
Lead projects to integrate new technologies and improve operational efficiency
Provide technical support and training to end-users and IT teams
Coordinate with vendors and internal teams for troubleshooting and enhancements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems (or related degree), or equivalent experience
Strong understanding of Windows, Azure, and Microsoft 365 technologies
3+ years of experience in the IAM field and/or software development with a minimum of 1 year in Microsoft AD, ADFS, Entra ID, and Azure B2C
Strong development or scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, Azure Logic Apps and Functions)
Ability to cope in a technically complex and fast-changing environment and to respond calmly and rationally to changing aspirations in a deadline-driven situation
Strong planning and organizing skills including the ability to manage several work streams simultaneously
Excellent communication skills with a capacity to present, discuss, and explain issues coherently and logically both in writing and verbally
Clear decision-making ability with the facility to judge complex situations and assess when to escalate issues
Must be detail oriented, outgoing, can balance conflicting and changing demands through prioritization and a pragmatic approach working with all levels of corporate personnel
Ability to work non-traditional hours to support on call escalation issues to provide 24X7 service availability
Ability to manage multiple priorities as well as flexibility to adapt to change with new systems and methods while working in a team environment
Flexibility to travel when required
Benefits
Competitive benefits
Company
New Era Technology NZ
New Era Technology NZ provides a range of network and IT support, strategic planning, modern workspace, audio and visual, virtual meeting rooms and professional development solutions and services.
51-200 employees
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Funding
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