Security Operations Analyst

@ Microsoft

Overview

Microsoft Security is committed to protecting digital environments through end-to-end, simplified solutions. As a Security Operations Analyst, you will proactively detect, investigate, and respond to advanced threats using cutting-edge, AI-enabled security tools and threat intelligence. Join our growing team of Defenders and help reshape security across enterprise environments.

Responsibilities

You will:

• Monitor, triage, and respond to security incidents using Microsoft Defender products.
• Perform proactive threat hunting utilizing telemetry from endpoints, identities, cloud, and network.
• Develop hunting queries with KQL or similar languages.
• Investigate incidents in hybrid environments and contribute to root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance detection logic and automate incident response workflows.
• Document incidents, update detection playbooks, and refine runbooks.
• Stay current with evolving threat landscapes, cloud attack vectors, and APT tactics.

Qualifications

Required: Graduate degree in engineering or equivalent, experience in cybersecurity (SOC, IR, Threat Hunting, Red Team), hands-on SIEM, EDR, and cloud-native security tools (e.g., Microsoft XDR, Sentinel, CrowdStrike), cloud platform experience (Azure, AWS, GCP), proficiency in KQL, Python or similar, strong knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK and adversary TTPs, familiarity with Windows/Linux internals, and relevant certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, CEH, GCIH, AZ-500, or SC-200.

Preferred: Problem-solving mindset, excellent communication skills, collaborative approach, and continuous learning attitude.

Microsoft Culture & Values

Microsoft empowers every individual with a growth mindset, innovation, and teamwork. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing a supportive work environment where everyone thrives.

Key skills/competency

cybersecurity, threat hunting, incident response, SIEM, endpoint security, automation, KQL, cloud security, threat intelligence, forensic analysis