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.
