Security Engineer- Microsoft (Future Opportunity)

About Us:

Join the ISA Cybersecurity associate network and become part of a team of cybersecurity experts dedicated to supporting organizations across Canada in addressing some of the most complex cybersecurity challenges. As a valued member of our team, you will have the chance to engage in fascinating projects, collaborate with other cybersecurity professionals, and connect with a network that offers exciting opportunities to support our clients.

At ISA Cybersecurity are proud to be recognized as a top employer for multiple years in a row, we currently hold the distinctions of Canadas Top Small and Medium Employers 2024, Greater Torontos Top Employers 2025 and are Certified Great Place to Work 2024-2025.

Our mission is to help clients achieve their privacy and security goals, and to be proactive in the fight against security threats. ISA is Canadas leading cybersecurity-focused company, with three decades of experience delivering cybersecurity services and people you can trust. We provide our clients with comprehensive counsel on complex, evolving, and multi-faceted issues related to cybersecurity and breach incident response.

ISA Cybersecurity also offers a world-class 24/7 by 365 SOC 2 Type II certified CIOC (cybersecurity intelligence operations center), giving our clients deeper insights and earlier warnings about coordinated cyber-attacks. ISA strategically partners with many of the most respected security technology firms in the world. Through these relationships, our clients can gain access to a broad portfolio of industry-leading cyber solutions best suited to protect their corporate assets and customer data.

In todays volatile world of digital threats, we help Canadian companies to better understand their current security posture and how to mitigate risks.

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking experienced Security Engineers to fill current and future roles. The Security Engineer will be involved in designing, implementing, and maintaining security solutions across cloud and network environments. We are searching for individuals that have experience collaborating across multiple departments, including security operations, cloud security, security architecture, DevSecOps, and offensive security. Please note, your application will be considered for future opportunities both full-time and contract, a member of our team may be in touch to discuss your skills and experience.

Responsibilities Could Include:

Design, implement, and manage security solutions using Microsoft Defender Suite, Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM), and Microsoft Intune

Configure and optimize Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), including Conditional Access, MFA, and Privileged Identity Management (PIM)

Deploy and configure Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools to monitor and manage cloud security

Implement Microsoft-based Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions across cloud and on-prem environments

Automate security operations using PowerShell, Microsoft Graph API, and Azure Logic Apps

Establish, operate, and maintain security monitoring, logging, and incident response using Microsoft Sentinel and SOAR tools

Conduct threat risk analysis, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing on Microsoft and multi-cloud environments

Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to implement secure coding and security best practices

Provide forensic analysis, incident response, and remediation strategies for security threats

Ensure security controls align with NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks, and regulatory requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2)

Report on vulnerabilities, compliance gaps, and security findings, working with system owners to mitigate risks

Develop security frameworks and policies that streamline compliance and security adoption across teams

Stay ahead of cyber threats and attack trends, continuously enhancing security defenses

Research and implement next-gen security technologies, improving security automation and risk management

Qualifications:

3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, security operations, or cloud security

Certified in Microsoft Azure and Security, Compliance and Identity (SCI)

Deep expertise in Microsoft security technologies, including Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM), and Intune

Strong knowledge of Zero Trust Security, Identity & Access Management (IAM), and Azure Active Directory (Azure AD)

Hands-on experience with cloud security (Azure, AWS, GCP), particularly in a Microsoft-centric environment

Experience with SIEM/SOAR platforms and threat detection methodologies

Proficiency in PowerShell, Python, or other scripting languages for security automation

Strong knowledge of network security, endpoint protection, and cloud security best practices

Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps principles

Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001, and compliance frameworks

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Accessibility:

ISA Cybersecurity is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require specific accommodation because of a disability or medical need, please inform ISAs Human Resources team (hr@e-isa.com) so arrangements can be made for appropriate accommodation to be in place during the recruitment process.