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Grant Thornton (US) · 1 day ago

Cyber MSFT Threat Protection Manager

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$144K/yr - $216K/yr

5+ years exp

Grant Thornton's Cybersecurity practice is rapidly growing, and they are seeking a Cyber Threat Protection Manager to join their team. This role is ideal for a cybersecurity professional with hands-on experience in Microsoft threat protection technologies and a strong understanding of threat detection and response strategies, focusing on designing and implementing proactive defense mechanisms for clients.

Accounting

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Deliver Microsoft Threat Protection solutions, including:

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, and Cloud Apps

Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR)

Conduct threat modeling, detection engineering, and incident response planning

Support the development of detection and response strategies aligned with Zero Trust and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks

Collaborate with client stakeholders to assess current security posture and develop future-state roadmaps

Provide technical guidance and training to client teams on Microsoft security tools

Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and Microsoft security innovations

Support practice development and sales activities including assisting with client proposal development, and

Leading and mentoring multidisciplinary teams on client engagements

Qualification

Microsoft Threat ProtectionMicrosoft DefenderMicrosoft SentinelThreat detection strategiesCybersecurity certificationsThreat modelingIncident response planningScripting languagesCommunication skillsProject managementCross-functional collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field

Relevant certifications such as SC-200, AZ-500, CISSP, GIAC or related certification required

5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat detection, response, or security operations

Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender suite and Microsoft Sentinel

Strong understanding of threat intelligence, adversary tactics, and incident response frameworks

Familiarity with scripting languages such as KQL or PowerShell

Strong communication skills and ability to translate technical concepts for business stakeholders

Experience in project management and cross-functional team collaboration

Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot for Security and AI-driven threat detection

Ability to contribute to proposal development and client presentations

Can travel as needed

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance programs

Employee assistance program

Minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave

Paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period

401(k) savings plan

Employee retirement plan

Discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance

Company

Grant Thornton (US)

Glassdoor3.9

In the US, Grant Thornton LLP and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (and their respective subsidiary entities) practice as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations and professional standards.

Founded in 1924

Chicago, IL, US

5001-10000 employees

https://gt-us.co/3LukwpC

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