Endpoint Security Management
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- posted 14 hours ago
- Posted : July 30, 2026 -Accepting applications
Job Detail
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Experience no-experience
Job Description
Vacancy Details
Employer: Araxi Group
Endpoint Security Management
- Design, implement and manage Microsoft Intune security configurations across Windows, macOS, iOS and Android devices.
- Develop and maintain:
- Compliance Policies
- Configuration Profiles
- Endpoint Security Policies
- Security Baselines
- Device Restrictions
- App Protection Policies (MAM)
Intune & Device Management
- Administer Microsoft Intune as the primary endpoint management platform.
- Drive adoption of modern endpoint management capabilities and cloud-native device management practices.
- Support co-management strategies between Intune and SCCM/MECM.
- Lead workload transitions from on-premise management solutions to Intune where appropriate.
- Maintain device lifecycle security standards across enrolment, compliance, monitoring and decommissioning processes.
SCCM/MECM Administration
- Manage SCCM/MECM environments supporting:
- Patch deployment
- Software distribution
- Endpoint configuration management
- Compliance reporting
BYOD Security Governance
- Design and implement BYOD security frameworks that balance corporate security requirements with user convenience.
- Configure and manage:
- App Protection Policies (MAM)
- MAM without MDM
- Device enrolment controls
- Conditional Access device requirements
- Corporate application access controls
Endpoint Protection & Hardening
- Configure and optimise Microsoft Defender for Endpoint security capabilities including:
- Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
- Antivirus
- Attack Surface Reduction (ASR)
- Threat and Vulnerability Management
- Automated Investigation and Remediation
- BitLocker
- Windows Security Baselines
- Firewall Policies
- Device Control Policies
- CIS Benchmarks
Compliance Monitoring & Risk Reduction
- Monitor device health, compliance status and security posture across the endpoint estate.
- Investigate and remediate non-compliant devices in collaboration with EUC and Service Desk teams.
- Support vulnerability management and patch compliance initiatives.
- Develop reporting and dashboards to track endpoint security performance and trends.
Incident Response & Security Operations
- Provide technical support during endpoint security incidents.
- Perform endpoint containment activities including:
- Device isolation
- Investigation support
- Forensic artefact collection
- Malware remediation
Zero Trust Enablement
- Support the organisation’s Zero Trust security strategy by integrating endpoint compliance with identity and access controls.
- Collaborate with IAM and security engineering teams to align Conditional Access policies with device trust signals.
- Ensure device compliance data is effectively leveraged to strengthen access control decisions.
- Contribute to broader cloud and modern workplace security initiatives.
Decision-Making Authority
The successful candidate will:
- Implement and manage endpoint security configurations within delegated authority.
- Recommend security baselines, compliance controls and BYOD security requirements.
- Escalate high-risk devices, unresolved security issues and persistent non-compliance concerns to cyber leadership.
- Influence endpoint security standards and best practices across the organisation.
Essential Skills & Experience
Technical Experience
- Minimum 5-8 years’ experience in endpoint security, endpoint management or modern workplace security engineering.
- Strong hands-on experience administering Microsoft Intune in enterprise environments.
- Experience managing SCCM/MECM and co-managed endpoint environments.
- Extensive experience implementing Microsoft Defender for Endpoint security controls.
- Proven experience managing BYOD and mobile device security frameworks.
- Experience with Windows, macOS, iOS and Android device management and security.
- Strong understanding of endpoint hardening, patch management and vulnerability remediation.
Security & Governance Knowledge
- Knowledge of:
- Zero Trust security principles
- CIS Benchmarks
- Microsoft Security Baselines
- Device compliance frameworks
- Endpoint risk management
- Data protection controls
Professional Skills
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with EUC, Service Desk and Security Operations teams.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to security best practice.
- Ability to prioritise work effectively within a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Microsoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate (MD-102)
- Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200)
- Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
- CompTIA Security+
- CISSP, CISM or equivalent security certification advantageous
Core Technologies
Endpoint Management
- Microsoft Intune
- Endpoint Security Policies
- Compliance Policies
- Configuration Profiles
- App Protection Policies (MAM)
Endpoint Protection
- Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
- Antivirus
- Attack Surface Reduction (ASR)
- Threat & Vulnerability Management
Legacy & Co-Management Platforms
- SCCM / MECM
- Software Deployment
- Patch Management
- Co-Management
Device Hardening & Compliance
- BitLocker
- Windows Security Baselines
- CIS Benchmarks
- Device Compliance Policies
- Firewall Management
BYOD Security
- Mobile Application Management (MAM)
- MAM without MDM
- BYOD Conditional Access
- Corporate Data Protection Controls
Identity Integration
- Microsoft Entra ID
- Device Registration
- Hybrid Azure AD Join
- Conditional Access Integration
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in securing a modern workplace environment through best-in-class endpoint and BYOD security practices. You will work with leading Microsoft technologies, contribute to critical Zero Trust initiatives, and help shape the future of endpoint security across the organisation.
