Sentinel Architect - Contract (London or Manchester)

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Insight, City Centre, Manchester

Full time
Permanent
Onsite working

Posted today, 31 Aug | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: 7024b6bcde3a455b98485dfb2f263fc1

Location ref: City Centre, Manchester

Insight

Full Job Description

Design, build, and implement a Microsoft Sentinel deployment for a new application environment
Develop and configure data connectors, workbooks, analytics rules, and playbooks to meet security monitoring requirements
Integrate Sentinel with existing security tools and ensure seamless log ingestion from relevant sources
Define and implement alerting, dashboards, and reporting aligned with SOC processes
Work closely with application owners, security teams, and stakeholders to ensure requirements are captured and delivered
Document the deployment architecture, configurations, and operational procedures for handover to the SOC team
Provide knowledge transfer and training to internal teams on Sentinel usage and best practices

Proven experience in Microsoft Sentinel deployment and configuration in enterprise environments
Strong understanding of SIEM concepts, log ingestion, and security monitoring use cases
Hands-on experience with Kusto Query Language (KQL) for creating queries, analytics rules, and dashboards
Familiarity with Azure services (e.g., Log Analytics, Azure Monitor) and security integration
Ability to work independently and deliver within tight timelines
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Experience designing Sentinel architecture from scratch, including workspace design, data retention strategy, and cost optimisation
Familiarity with onboarding multiple log sources (cloud, on-prem, third-party) and handling complex data normalisation
Experience with SOAR automation and playbook development in Sentinel
Exposure to cloud security monitoring across Azure, AWS, or GCP
Relevant certifications (e.g., SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst, AZ-500)
Ability to deliver comprehensive documentation and knowledge transfer for long-term maintainability

Insight Investment is a leading asset manager focused on designing investment solutions to meet its clients' needs. Founded in 2002, Insight's collaborative approach has delivered both investment performance and growth in assets under management. Insight manages assets across its core liability-driven investment, risk management, full-spectrum fixed income, currency and absolute return capabilities. Insight has a global network of operations in the UK, Ireland, Germany, US, Japan and Australia. More information about Insight Investment can be found at: www.insightinvestment.com

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