Professional Services Engineer (Microsoft Cybersecurity) at Phoenix Software

, , United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Microsoft Cloud Security, Exchange Online, Entra ID, Azure, Conditional Access, PIM, RBAC, Microsoft XDR, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity, Defender for Cloud Apps, Office 365, Technical Documentation, Problem Solving, Customer Relationship Management, Technical Implementation

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Overview of the role Phoenix is a leading UK IT solutions and managed service provider, with a deep specialism in the public sector. We work with organisations across government, healthcare, defence, public safety, education, housing, and the charity sector - helping them modernise with confidence across cloud, data and AI, cyber security, and managed services. Through strategic partnerships with the world's leading technology providers - and a trusted place on the major public sector frameworks - our work has a direct impact on the services that millions of people rely on every day. Due to continued growth, we are hiring a new Professional Services Engineer to work for our cybersecurity consultancy practice, where you can focus on the deployment of related technologies and develop in to a Technical Consultant role. What will you be doing? Deliver complex technical implementations for customer projects, acting as a delivery subject matter expert Lead the implementation of agreed technical designs produced by Solution Architects and Technical Consultants Diagnose and resolve technical issues, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and solution quality Work closely with Project Managers to meet agreed milestones, timelines, and delivery standards Deliver technical knowledge‑transfer workshops and handover sessions to customers Produce high‑quality post‑delivery and technical documentation Build and maintain strong working knowledge of all products and solutions across the practice Why should you apply? At Phoenix, our ambition is to be the UK's leading IT solutions and managed service provider - and we know that only happens because of our people. Culture isn't an afterthought here; it's the thing we work hardest on. We're proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®, and to be recognised on their UK Best Workplaces lists for Women, Wellbeing, and Development. These aren't badges we chase - they're the result of how we genuinely choose to treat each other, and how seriously we take our colleagues' careers, health, and lives outside of work. When you join Phoenix, you can expect: A culture built on trust and belonging: set out clearly in our Culture Blueprint, lived day-to-day, and reflected in our consistently strong colleague feedback. Real investment in your development: structured learning pathways, funded industry certifications, mentoring, and the encouragement to stretch into new areas. A workplace that takes wellbeing seriously: from mental health support and flexible working to active employee networks and a leadership team that listens. A commitment to equity and inclusion: where we actively work to make Phoenix a brilliant place to build a career, whoever you are. Work that matters: supporting the public sector organisations that keep the UK running, from government and healthcare to defence, public safety, education, housing, and the charities serving the most vulnerable in our communities. Working with the best of the industry: alongside genuine experts, and with strategic partnerships across the world's leading technology providers, you'll be at the front of the conversations shaping how UK public services modernise. We believe in encouraging, supporting, and skilling our people up so that you can be the very best you can be at work - and we'd love you to consider being part of it. Take a look at our Culture Blueprint to get a real sense of who we are. What are we looking for? The right person for this role will be a Support Analyst or Engineer currently working with Microsoft cloud and security technologies, who is ready to step into a delivery‑focused professional services role. You will already be troubleshooting customer environments, deploying Microsoft security solutions, and working closely with customers, with the confidence to take ownership of technical delivery and develop towards a Technical Consultant role. Key Skills & Experience: Experience working as a Support Analyst or Engineer, with proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues Strong knowledge of Microsoft cloud and security technologies, including Exchange Online, Entra ID (cloud and hybrid), and Azure Hands‑on experience with Microsoft identity and access security services, including Conditional Access, PIM, RBAC, and identity protection Experience deploying and supporting Microsoft XDR solutions, including Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Cloud Apps, and Office 365 Strong technical documentation and post‑delivery reporting skills Excellent communication skills with a customer‑focused mindset Strong problem‑solving ability, with a positive, resilient, and adaptable approach Desire for continuous improvement and learning across security technologies Desirable Experience Microsoft Information Protection and Purview (DLP, Data Lifecycle Management) Email security solutions such as Defender for Office 365, Mimecast, or Barracuda SIEM platforms including Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, or LogRhythm Endpoint protection solutions such as Microsoft Defender, Sophos, or CrowdStrike Certifications Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals – AZ-900 Microsoft Certified: M365 Fundamentals – MS-900 Microsoft Certified: Security Fundamentals – SC-900 Practical stuff Where is the role based? Primary location is our HQ in Pocklington (YO42) but this role can be remote with occasional visits to the HQ and to customers How many interviews? Following a screen with the Recruitment Team you can expect a two-stage interview process, one online and one in-person. What are the benefits? You can read about the benefits on offer here 😊 *Important* BPSS Check As part of our recruitment process due to the nature of the work we do, all employees are required to undertake a Baseline Personal Security Standard (BPSS) check. While some employees require further security clearance, the BPSS check is a must-have requirement and all offers of employment are conditional pending the passing of this check Have you made it this far? If you’re still reading, we think there’s a strong chance you might be our kind of person. Here’s the thing, though — research suggests that 60% of women and underrepresented people might have already talked themselves out of applying. Even if you don’t check every box above, we want to encourage you to introduce yourself. We believe a diversity of perspectives and experiences makes a team stronger — and the stronger our team, the more successful we will be.

Responsibilities

Deliver complex technical implementations of Microsoft cybersecurity solutions and lead the execution of technical designs. Provide technical knowledge transfer to customers and produce high-quality post-delivery documentation.