M365 Security Consultant

Job details

Posted
11 July 2025
Salary
Negotiable
Location
Canberra
Job type
Contract
Discipline
Security + Cyber Security
Reference
270505

Job description

M365 Security Consultant

  • Location: Canberra
  • Clearance Required: Australian Citizen with NV1 or NV2 Security Clearance
  • Employment Type: Contract

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and security-cleared Microsoft 365 Security Support. This role is ideal for a consultant with deep expertise in Microsoft 365 security technologies and a passion for helping organisations secure their digital environments.

As a key member of our security team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting Microsoft 365 security solutions, conducting assessments, and providing expert guidance to clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and manage Microsoft 365 security solutions including:
    • Microsoft Defender for Office, Cloud Apps, and Endpoints
    • Microsoft Purview (Compliance & Information Protection)
    • Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), Conditional Access, MFA
    • Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Insider Risk Management, eDiscovery, Audit, and Records Management
  • Conduct security assessments and gap analyses for Microsoft 365 environments.
  • Develop and deliver technical documentation, reports, and presentations.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and clients to define and implement security requirements.
  • Support incident response and remediation efforts related to Microsoft 365 security.

Skills and experience

  • Microsoft Defender (for Office, Cloud Apps, Endpoints)
  • Microsoft Purview (Compliance, Information Protection, eDiscovery, Audit, Records Management)
  • Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory)
  • Conditional Access Policies
  • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
  • Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
  • Insider Risk Management
  • Communication Compliance
  • Microsoft Sentinel (or other SIEM platforms)
  • PowerShell (for scripting, automation, and reporting)
  • Zero Trust Architecture

Eligibility Requirements

  • Australian Citizenship is mandatory.
  • Must hold a current NV1 or NV2 Security Clearance.

To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Rashmi Kapse on + 612 6151 9206 or email [email protected] and quote the 270505 job reference number.

Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.