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ASRC Federal · 7 hours ago

Cyber Security Engineer III (Microsoft Defender Endpoint) - Remote

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

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Security Clearance Required

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Responsibilities

Design and deploy Microsoft Defender solutions to enhance cybersecurity capabilities.

Develop and maintain Microsoft Defender, alerts, and reports for real-time monitoring and threat analysis.

Integrate with various security tools to automate repetitive tasks, such as incident triage and response.

Collaborate with ESS teams to identify policies that need to be rewritten.

Ensure the Microsoft Defender system is running efficiently, identifying and troubleshooting any performance issues.

Document processes and workflows, ensuring scalability and flexibility in the cybersecurity framework.

Conduct regular security assessments to ensure MDE configurations align with industry standards and DMDC security policies.

Support the transition from existing cybersecurity tools (e.g., Trellix) to Microsoft solutions.

Collaborate with Microsoft Professional Services and internal teams on the migration project plan.

Assist in configuring systems to meet DoD and DODIN requirements while maintaining cyber security protocols.

Provide inputs to the TS and lead on security configuration requirements.

Experience in coordinating with external vendors and teams for large-scale system migrations.

Understanding of cybersecurity regulations, especially in DoD environments.

Experience in integrating with Trellix and Microsoft security solutions.

Strong organizational skills to manage input and reporting across multiple systems.

Support the planning, project management, implementation, deployment and operation of the Microsoft Defender Endpoint (MDE) and the transition of existing toolset capabilities (such as HBSS/ESS) to this solution.

Qualification

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Microsoft DefenderCybersecurity operationsSIEM systemsPythonPowerShellBashNISTMITRE ATT&CKISO 27001Network security protocolsFirewallsIDS/IPSEndpoint protection solutionsCyber threat intelligenceMicrosoft Azure certificationsCloud securityDoD 8570 IA certification3+ years Microsoft Defender EndpointSystem configurationNetwork zoningIP range setup

Required

Active secret clearance is required

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered.

Demonstrate and maintain knowledge to meet DOD 8140 requirements through education, training, or personnel certification such as but not limited to an active DoD 8570 IA baseline security certification

8+ years of experience in information technology/cybersecurity operations

3+ years of experience in Microsoft Defender Endpoint

Strong knowledge of SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) systems and the role they play in threat detection and response.

Expertise in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash to automate security tasks.

Experience with security frameworks such as NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, or ISO 27001.

Knowledge of network security protocols, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection solutions.

Strong understanding of cyber threat intelligence and how it can be applied to detect and mitigate cyber risks.

Extensive experience in supporting Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and related Microsoft products.

Familiarity with system configuration, network zoning, and IP range setup.

Preferred

Microsoft Azure certifications

Experience with cloud security

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance packages including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short term/long term disability

401K with generous company match and immediate vesting

Professional development program including funds annually to go towards Associate’s, Bachelor’s or Graduate Degrees; Industry standard professional certification; A professional certificate program; Continuing education classes; and Registration fees to attend professional conferences.