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We're looking for a hands-on Microsoft Sentinel engineer to get security data flowing reliably into Sentinel on a large Microsoft cloud security modernisation programme. You'll connect data sources, configure Azure Monitor Agent and Data Collection Rules, and fix ingestion problems across several Azure environments. The aim is security telemetry that is complete, trustworthy and easy to support once you hand it over. This is an engineering role, not a SOC analyst or Microsoft 365 admin role. We need someone who has built and troubleshot Sentinel ingestion themselves, ideally in multi-tenant or MSSP-style environments. What you'll be doing Configuring and troubleshooting Microsoft Sentinel data connectors Setting up Azure Monitor Agent (AMA) and Data Collection Rules (DCRs) Building and fixing security log-routing and ingestion pipelines Writing and adapting KQL queries to validate ingestion and diagnose problems Making parsing and normalisation changes where needed Testing data completeness, quality and ingestion latency Finding and fixing failed, incomplete or unreliable data feeds Monitoring connector health and improving reliability Onboarding and stabilising security data across multiple Azure environments Writing configuration, testing and operational support documentation By the end of the engagement you'll have delivered working connectors, validated data flows with test evidence, a connector health baseline, and documentation the support team can run with. What you'll bring Strong hands-on Microsoft Sentinel engineering experience Practical experience configuring and troubleshooting Sentinel data connectors In-depth knowledge of Azure Monitor Agent and Data Collection Rules Good working knowledge of KQL Experience with security log pipelines, ingestion, parsing and normalisation Experience testing and validating security telemetry Strong integration and troubleshooting skills A solid understanding of Azure security and SOC/SIEM environments Nice to have Microsoft Defender products (Defender XDR, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Cloud) Azure Monitor and Log Analytics Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft 365 security data Syslog/CEF ingestion Windows Security Events Custom log and API-based ingestion SIEM migration or consolidation projects Multi-tenant or MSSP-style Sentinel environments ASAP - End of March

Onsite Hardware Engineer 12-month Fixed Term Contract £35,000 - £40,000 per anum Onsite Mon-Fri Southampton Active SC Clearance required We are recruiting an experienced Hardware Engineer (L2/3) to support critical infrastructure systems at a major customer site in Southampton. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on hardware diagnostics, maintenance and repair across a diverse range of enterprise and Legacy platforms within a highly critical operational environment. Working from the onsite workshop and across multiple machine rooms, you'll play a key role in maintaining the performance, reliability and availability of essential IT infrastructure - supporting systems that the customer's operations depend on. What You'll Be Doing Key Responsibilities Provide onsite L2/L3 hardware support across enterprise infrastructure and bespoke systems. Diagnose, repair and maintain IBM mainframes, tape systems, storage arrays and server platforms. Support Legacy and modern equipment, including PCs, printers and custom-built systems. Apply electro-mechanical repair techniques and soldering skills to specialist equipment. Investigate and resolve complex hardware faults within a critical operational environment. Carry out preventative maintenance and contribute to improving system reliability. Build strong relationships with customer stakeholders and participate in technical meetings. Follow established processes while identifying opportunities for improvement. Maintain technical documentation and contribute to knowledge sharing. Work independently while collaborating with wider engineering and support teams. Essential Experience Demonstrable hardware repair and maintenance experience within an enterprise environment. Strong fault-finding, diagnostic and troubleshooting skills. Experience supporting critical, operationally sensitive or high-availability environments. Knowledge of at least one of the following: IBM Mainframes: 9672, 2003, 2066 or 2096 IBM Tape Systems: 3490, VTS or 3590 EMC DASD storage STK DASD storage Strong communication and customer-facing skills. The ability to work independently and take ownership of technical issues. Desirable Experience IBM pSeries Servers. HP ProLiant Servers. Dell or Sun server platforms. PC hardware repair and custom system builds. Dot Matrix and Laser printer support. Electro-mechanical repair. Soldering or component-level repair. AIX, HPUX or related infrastructure knowledge. Technology and Equipment: IBM Mainframes: 9672, 2003, 2066 and 2096 IBM Tape Systems: 3490, VTS and 3590 EMC and STK DASD storage IBM pSeries Servers HP ProLiant Servers Dell and Sun Servers Lenovo ThinkStation and IBM PS/2 devices Dell, HP, Compaq and Sun PCs Custom-built systems Dot Matrix and Laser printers This opportunity would suit a practical, customer-focused engineer who enjoys diagnosing complex hardware faults and working across both Legacy and modern technologies in a highly critical environment.