Microsoft Security Operations Analyst

MICROSOFT SECURITY OPERATIONS ANALYST Alexandria, Egypt (San Stefano)

Job Type: Fulltime Reports to: ITSM Group Key Microsoft Certifications: SC-200 At Allendevaux & Company, we are building customer-focused teams that collectively provide expertise in data protection and AI governance for our customers. As a Microsoft Security Operations Analyst, you will be responsible for detecting, investigating, and responding to security threats using Microsoft security tools. This role involves monitoring security incidents, analyzing threat intelligence, and supporting incident response efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor security alerts and events using Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Endpoint, and Defender for Office 365.
• Analyze threat intelligence, logs, and network traffic to identify potential security threats.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents, phishing attacks, malware infections, and insider threats.
• Perform threat hunting and forensic analysis to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses.
• Configure SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) rules and automation to improve detection capabilities.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to enhance security posture.
• Provide recommendations for security hardening and risk mitigation.
• Work with IT and SOC teams to develop playbooks and incident response plans.

Required Qualifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200)
• 3+ years of experience in security operations, SOC, or cybersecurity analysis.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Cloud.
• Strong knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework, threat intelligence, and digital forensics.
• Experience with incident response frameworks and best practices.

Location of Job Opportunity:

The office is located within the Regus Business Center at 161 Abdel Salam Aref Street, San Stefano, Alexandria, Egypt. You will be working with other team members. You can sometimes work remotely (as arranged with your manager) from your home office; it must be equipped with stable Internet and minimal background noise disruption.

Working Hours:

This opportunity supports customers in the EU, UK and US. As an average, be prepared to work 11:00am to 8:00pm Egypt Standard Time, with a break for lunch, although flexibility will be needed as occasionally you may need to work a little later when meeting with US colleagues.

Paid Time Off:

Paid-time-off (PTO) is four weeks and can be spent for any purpose such as national or religious holidays, vacation, sick leave, etc.