Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Overview

o   The organization is consolidating to the Microsoft Security Suite and building tools for the enterprise. No management duties, but will lead the implementation and work with Microsoft to build out the tools

o   This is a direct hire, permanent position with benefits (below)

• While we are open to remote candidates, preference will be given to candidates who live in the Baltimore region who can come onsite at least one time per quarter

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering, configuration, deployment, and operational maintenance of the organization’s cybersecurity toolset, with a primary focus on Microsoft Defender (EDR/XDR, MDR), Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR), and Microsoft Purview.
• Implement key initiatives from the organization’s three-year cybersecurity strategic roadmap, translating strategic objectives into actionable technical solutions.
• Design and maintain security automations, detections, and response playbooks to improve efficiency, consistency, and response time.
• Develop, document, and maintain technical cybersecurity standards, architectures, and engineering patterns that guide IT Infrastructure, Operations, and Applications teams.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for Microsoft on-premises and cloud security controls within a hybrid Active Directory environment transitioning to Azure and cloud-native services.
• Collaborate closely with IT Infrastructure, Operations, and Applications teams to ensure security is embedded into system designs, migrations, and operational processes.
• Continuously evaluate security tooling, configurations, and architectures against industry best practices and evolving threats.
• Support incident response activities by providing advanced technical expertise, root cause analysis, and recommendations for long-term remediation.
• Maintain clear technical documentation related to security platforms, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to cybersecurity team members and peer technology teams.

Requirements

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent formal training or certification (e.g. CISSP).
• Seven or more years of progressive experience in cybersecurity engineering, security architecture, or related technical roles.
• Strong hands-on experience designing, configuring, and supporting Microsoft security platforms, including Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Purview, or comparable enterprise security technologies.
• Demonstrated experience securing hybrid environments involving on-prem Active Directory and cloud identity platforms such as Azure AD (Entra ID).
• Advanced understanding of security engineering principles, including endpoint protection, identity security, logging and monitoring, threat detection, and response.
• Proficiency with PowerShell and experience with additional scripting or automation languages (e.g., Python, KQL) to support security operations and automation.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and best practices (such as NIST, CIS, or ISO 27001) and the ability to translate them into technical controls.
• While this role is remote, preference will be given to candidates who live in the Baltimore region who can come onsite at least one time per quarter

What you’ll get from us:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Salary band: $145,000 - $165,000
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous mileage reimbursement program