Overview
On Site
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 27 day((s))
Skills
Python
ISO 27001
NIST
Networking
configuration
Cybersecurity
IAM
PowerShell scripts
Cloud Security
Azure Security
incident response
Microsoft Sentinel
data sources integration
analysis rules
detection models
KQL
SIEM/SOAR implementation
SOC operations
Microsoft Azure security
Defender
Azure AD/Entra ID
NSG
cybersecurity standards
GDPR
Job Details
Role: Senior Cloud Security Advisor specializing in Microsoft Sentinel
Location: Montreal, QC Canada (Hybrid - Twice a week onsite is must)
Job Type: Contract
Description:
- As a Senior Cloud Security Advisor specializing in Microsoft Sentinel, the incumbent will be the cornerstone of the design, implementation, optimization, and maintenance of advanced security solutions based on Microsoft Sentinel for our clients.
- You will act as a technical expert and strategic advisor, ensuring the protection of their cloud and hybrid environments against emerging cyber threats.
Responsibilities:
- Design and deploy Microsoft Sentinel architectures tailored to customer needs;
- Integrate various data sources (cloud, on-premises, third-party) for unified visibility;
- Configure analysis rules, connectors, detection models, and watch lists;
- Optimize performance and reduce false positives by adjusting rules;
- Automate incident responses with Playbooks (Azure Logic Apps);
- Develop scripts (PowerShell, KQL, Python) to automate and validate security;
- Collaborate with internal and customer teams, lead workshops, and write reports;
- Act as SME of the Sentinel project.
Required:
- Degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Equivalent mix of Cyber certification will be considered.
- 5 to 8 years of experience in cybersecurity, including 3+ years in cloud/Microsoft Azure security;
- Experience in SIEM/SOAR implementation, SOC operations, incident response;
- Experience in professional services: customer relations, workshops, documentation, presentations;
- Advanced expertise in Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR, KQL, UEBA, playbooks, threat hunting);
- Proficiency in Microsoft Azure security: Defender, Azure AD/Entra ID, IAM, NSG, Azure Policy;
- Strong skills in KQL, PowerShell, and Python for automation and analysis;
- Good understanding of cloud architectures (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and hybrid/multi-cloud environments;
- Knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, VPN, firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR) and cybersecurity standards (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR);
Good to have:
- Microsoft AZ-500, SC-200, SC-100 certifications (an asset);
- Cybersecurity certifications: CISSP, CCSP, SANS GSEC ranges (an asset);
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