Experian is the world’s leading global information services company. During life’s big moments — from buying a home or a car to sending a child to college to growing a business by connecting with new customers — we empower consumers and our clients to manage their data with confidence. We help individuals to take financial control and access financial services, businesses to make smarter decisions and thrive, lenders to lend more responsibly, and organizations to prevent identity fraud and crime.

We have 17,800 people operating across 44 countries, and every day we’re investing in new technologies, talented people and innovation to help all our clients maximize every opportunity. We are listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN) and are a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index.

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Experian is the world’s leading global information services company. During life’s big moments — from buying a home or a car to sending a child to college to growing a business by connecting with new customers — we empower consumers and our clients to manage their data with confidence. We help individuals to take financial control and access financial services, businesses to make smarter decisions and thrive, lenders to lend more responsibly, and organizations to prevent identity fraud and crime.

We have 17,800 people operating across 44 countries, and every day we’re investing in new technologies, talented people and innovation to help all our clients maximize every opportunity. We are listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN) and are a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index.

Learn more at www.experianplc.com or visit our global content hub at our global news blog for the latest news and insights from the Group

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to join our team as a Microsoft Defender and Intune Support Technical Lead. In this role, you will provide comprehensive support for our organization's Microsoft Defender suite, as well as Microsoft Intune and Autopilot, ensuring their effective implementation and utilization. You will play a crucial role in safeguarding our systems and data from potential threats, ensuring a secure computing environment for our organization. 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead technical support processes and guide internal teams and users of Microsoft Defender products, including Microsoft Defender Antivirus, Microsoft Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP), and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. 
• Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Microsoft Defender products across our organization's systems. 
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop and implement security policies, procedures, and best practices related to Microsoft Defender. 
• Monitor and analyze security alerts and events generated by Microsoft Defender products, promptly responding to and escalating any potential issues or threats. 
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests using Microsoft Defender tools to identify potential weaknesses and recommend remediation strategies. 
• Stay up-to-date with the latest Microsoft Defender features, updates, and security trends, and share this knowledge with the organization. 
• Assist in incident response activities, including containment, investigation, and recovery, leveraging Microsoft Defender capabilities. 
• Provide training and guidance to users on Microsoft Defender products, ensuring they understand how to effectively utilize the tools and respond to security incidents. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a cohesive and effective security posture across the organization, leveraging Microsoft Defender as a key component. 
• Manage and maintain Microsoft Intune and Autopilot services, including device enrollment, configuration, application deployment, and policy enforcement. 
• Provide technical support to users of Microsoft Intune and Autopilot, ensuring smooth operation and troubleshooting any issues that arise.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 
• 8+ years of experience working in technology and security environments for a large and global organization. 
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, best practices, and technologies, with a focus on Microsoft Defender products, Intune, and Autopilot. 
• At least 2 years of experience supporting and managing Microsoft Defender products, including Microsoft Defender Antivirus, Microsoft Defender ATP, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint in a global company. 
• Experience working as a Technical Lead/SME is highly desired.  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Defender tools and technologies, such as Microsoft Defender Security Center and Microsoft Defender PowerShell cmdlets. 
• Experience in managing and maintaining Microsoft Intune and Autopilot services, including device enrollment, configuration, application deployment, and policy enforcement. 
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to think creatively and adapt to evolving threats. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams. 
• Relevant certifications, such as Microsoft Certified: Defender Associate or Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst, are a plus. 
• A passion for cybersecurity and a desire to continuously learn and grow in the field. 
• Join our team and contribute to maintaining a secure environment for our organization's digital assets with your expertise in Microsoft Defender, Intune, and Autopilot technologies. 

Additional Information

Why choose us?

Our colleagues’ health and wellbeing are a top priority for us, that’s why our reward, benefits and wellbeing programmes are designed so you can come to work feeling your very best self. Our benefits focus on health, money, and lifestyle so you can tailor your benefits to your own personal needs. Whether it’s your physical and mental wellness, getting to work or preparing for the next big milestone in your life, we have a range of flexible options to have you covered!

To learn more about our culture and what it’s really like to work here, check out our interactive guide here: https://view.pagetiger.com/experianguideforcandidates/1

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