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# Information Security Specialist

- **Company:** Fagron
- **Location:** Rotterdam, Netherlands
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Software System Penetration Testing, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Log Analysis, Microsoft Security Essentials, Windows PowerShell, Kusto Query Language, Systems Integration, Data Logging, Information Security Management System, Microsoft Sentinel
- **Published:** June 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://nl.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=490174955449ec74

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Security?, * 3-5 years of experience in information security

 * Strong hands-on experience with Azure & Microsoft 365 security
 * Solid understanding of cloud, identity, and security operations
 * A practical, risk-based mindset (not just theory)
 * Someone proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented
 * Comfortable working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
 * Experience with PowerShell, automation, or certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM) is a plus

## Description

As an Information Security Specialist, you will be responsible for securing and governing Fagron's Microsoft-centric cloud and enterprise environments. You will operate at the intersection of security operations, cloud security governance, and security project delivery, working closely with the SOC, IT, Architecture, and Risk & Compliance teams. This role requires strong hands-on experience with Azure and Microsoft 365 security tooling, a risk-based mindset, and the ability to translate security requirements into practical, scalable implementations., Security Operations & Incident Response

 * Investigate and respond to security alerts (Microsoft Sentinel & Defender XDR).
 * Support incident response (triage, investigation, containment).
 * Analyse and correlate security events using KQL & Log Analytics.
 * Work with IT, identity teams, and vendors to resolve incidents.
 * Perform root cause analysis and improve detections and controls.

Cloud & Identity Security (Azure & Entra ID)

 * Own and improve security across Azure and Microsoft 365.
 * Manage identities, roles, access, and integrations.
 * Strengthen Conditional Access and MFA setup.
 * Ensure secure onboarding of new applications (secure-by-design).
 * Continuously assess and improve cloud security posture.

Security Projects & Collaboration

 * Drive security initiatives (cloud hardening, monitoring, identity improvements).
 * Work cross-functionally with IT, Architecture, and Compliance teams.
 * Translate security requirements into practical implementations.
 * Track risks, progress, and dependencies.

Risk, Compliance & Audits

 * Perform security assessments aligned with NIST / ISMS.
 * Identify gaps across cloud, identity, endpoints, and logging.
 * Support audits and vendor risk assessments.
 * Apply pragmatic, risk-based improvements.

Continuous Improvement

 * Coordinate penetration testing and security exercises.
 * Improve detection quality and incident response processes.
 * Stay up to date with Microsoft security developments and threat landscape.


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