We are seeking an experienced Email Security professional with deep expertise in Email Security and Microsoft Defender Office 365. The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert responsible for designing, implementing, optimizing, and maintaining a robust email security posture. This role requires hands-on experience in email threat protection, incident response, security operations, and Microsoft Defender for Office 365 administration. Key Responsibilities

- Serve as the technical authority and subject matter expert for Email Security and Microsoft Defender Office 365.

- Design and implement email security architectures and best practices to enhance organizational security.

- Configure and manage Microsoft Defender for Office 365 security policies, including anti-malware, anti-spam, anti-phishing, Safe Attachments, and Secure Links protections.

- Monitor, investigate, and respond to email security incidents, threats, and vulnerabilities.

- Conduct email security assessments and implement mitigation strategies to address identified risks.

- Collaborate with Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online teams to ensure secure and seamless email operations.

- Develop and maintain email security documentation,



operational procedures, policies, and incident response playbooks.

- Provide guidance on emerging email threats, threat intelligence, and security best practices.

- Conduct end-user awareness initiatives, including email security training and phishing simulation programs.

- Mentor team members and share expertise related to email security technologies and Microsoft Defender for Office 365.

- Evaluate Microsoft Defender for Office 365 enhancements and recommend improvements to strengthen security controls.

Required Skills

Proficient

- Email Security

- Microsoft Defender Office 365

Experience

- 7+ years of hands-on experience in email security administration, engineering, and operations.

- Proven experience designing and implementing email security solutions using Microsoft Defender for Office 365.

- Strong background in email threat detection, investigation, incident response, and remediation.

- Deep understanding of email security best practices, threat landscape, and mitigation strategies.

Email security, Microsoft defender office 365

📌 Senior Email Security Engineer - Microsoft Defender for Office 365 (Chennai)
🏢 UST
📍 Chennai