Microsoft 365 Engineer

About the role

CoreData, a global market research consultancy with a unique collaboration of market research, media, industry and marketing professionals, is seeking a detail-oriented and self-directed Microsoft 365 Engineer who will play a key role for the end-to-end handling of CoreData's IT systems, securing CoreData’s global IT infrastructure, focusing on Microsoft 365 security and administration, onboarding and offboarding users, centralized security logging, firewalls, log-in management, patch management, Ubiquiti® networking perimeter scanning, and penetration testing.

This Manila-based full-time role is best suited to candidates with 5+ years of managing and monitoring Microsoft issues with some Microsoft Defender exposure.

Under the supervision of the Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, you will collaborate with a Manila-based Engineering team while providing support to CoreData’s regional offices in Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. This role will offer a chance to contribute to the evolution of CoreData’s IT infrastructure, focusing on the implementation of cutting-edge technology solutions.

About You

You are detail-oriented with a strong commitment to security and confidentiality. Highly motivated and passionate about IT infrastructure and cybersecurity, you thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments and excel at meeting tight deadlines.

You are comfortable working independently and collaborating with a team, troubleshooting complex technical issues, and engaging with stakeholders across different regions. With a continuous learning mindset, you stay updated on the latest technologies, security best practices, and cloud innovations, demonstrating a strong drive for career growth in the IT field.

Duties and responsibilities:

What you’ll be doing

You’ll be monitoring and ensuring the management and security of CoreData’s digital infrastructure, systems, and data. This involves:

• Expected to work independently and to be a subject matter expert.
• Microsoft 365 security & Cloud management
• Onboarding and offboarding users in MS 365
• Centralized security logging & Incident response
• Firewalls & Log-in security monitoring
• Patch management & System hardening
• Ubiquiti® Security & Networking
• Perimeter Scanning & Vulnerability management
• Immediate notification to Cloud Infrastructure Engineer and Chief Technical Officer of any malicious attacks or any anomalies from Windows Defender
• Check for vulnerabilities in computer and network systems by performing active threat detection procedures.

• 5+ years of experience in IT security, cybersecurity, or cloud security.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in IT/Cybersecurity.
• An understanding of Cybersecurity
• Experience managing firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and SIEM solutions.
• Familiarity with Ubiquiti security devices and network management.
• Knowledge of penetration testing methodologies and vulnerability management tools.
• Hands-on experience with patch management, system hardening, and security policy enforcement.

One of the following relevant certifications on the following:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
• Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)
• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100)
• Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300)