Microsoft copilot backend - ai security specialist - hybrid - logistics sector - fluent in english

Microsoft Copilot Backend - AI Security Specialist

We are looking for an AI Security Specialist – Microsoft Copilot Backend for an international project in the logistics sector.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performing regular security reviews of Copilot deployments and identifying threats such as prompt injection, model tampering, and data poisoning;
• Implementing Identity and Access Management, Conditional Access policies, and Zero Trust principles for Copilot workloads;
• Developing threat models and executing controlled security tests and red‑team activities;
• Building monitoring capabilities, detecting anomalies, and responding to Copilot‑related security incidents;
• Handling complex security, performance, and usage issues related to Copilot (Support 3rd level);
• Enabling Copilot support staff through internal documentation, guardrails, and targeted trainings; defining escalation patterns and support standards together with the support organization;
• Defining security controls and operational guardrails for Copilot usage;
• Assessing custom Copilot plugins and third‑party integrations;
• Analyzing Copilot data flows and validating encryption and protection mechanisms.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology or a related field;
• 5+ years of experience in Cybersecurity;
• 3+ years in Microsoft 365 and Azure security;
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Defender, Entra ID, Conditional Access, Zero Trust, and threat modeling;
• Practical experience with PowerShell, Python, or C# is required;
• A Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security or Applied Cryptography is a plus;
• Relevant security certifications (e.g. Microsoft Security, Azure Security, CISSP, AZ‑500) are beneficial and may substitute formal education;
• Fluency in english.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Information Services

Company

OSQuay – an iLink Digital Company located in Lisbon, Portugal.