TrueTandem · 4 months ago
Senior Cloud Security Engineer – Cleared (Polygraph)
Ft. Meade, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTrueTandem is a trusted information technology solutions provider committed to the success of its customers. They are seeking experienced Senior Cloud Security Engineers to support cybersecurity modernization initiatives for large U.S. Federal government agencies, focusing on Microsoft Azure cloud security and advanced threat detection.
Business IntelligenceCloud ComputingComputer
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Architect, deploy, and sustain cloud security solutions aligned with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF), Zero Trust, and TIC 3.0 security principles
Configure, manage, and optimize Microsoft Sentinel for enterprise-wide security operations, including incident detection, investigation, and response
Implement and maintain Azure Monitoring solutions, enabling proactive identification of performance, security, and compliance risks
Detect, analyze, and investigate threats across cloud and hybrid environments; support incident triage and response activities
Develop custom KQL (Kusto Query Language) queries to create reports, dashboards, and alerts that enhance visibility into security posture
Collaborate with cross-functional IT, DevSecOps, and mission teams to strengthen security monitoring and governance
Document cloud security architectures, standard operating procedures, detection use cases, and runbooks
Provide subject matter expertise in advanced cloud security features (e.g., Defender for Cloud, Entra ID Conditional Access, Identity Protection) to elevate enterprise resilience
Qualification
Required
An active TS/SCI with polygraph
Minimum of five (5) years of Tier II or three (3) years of Tier III cloud security or cybersecurity operations experience
Proven ability to design, deploy, and sustain enterprise cloud security solutions in Azure environments
Expertise with Microsoft Sentinel, Azure Monitoring, and security threat detection/analysis
Strong knowledge of KQL to develop security reports, dashboards, and detection rules
Solid understanding of Zero Trust security concepts, cloud security baselines, and federal cybersecurity compliance requirements
Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and investigative skills across security monitoring platforms
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Preferred
Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator Associate, Microsoft Security Operations Analyst (SC-200), Azure Security Engineer (AZ-500), or equivalent certifications
Experience with Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Entra Identity Protection, and enhanced security features
Familiarity with security automation and orchestration (SOAR) workflows in Sentinel
Experience supporting large-scale federal security operations centers (SOCs) or cybersecurity modernization initiatives
Experience with Microsoft Entra Permissions Management, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Identity Governance
Knowledge of integrating IAM with Power Platform and enterprise applications
Familiarity with AOAI embedded features and Copilot capabilities for identity workflows
Experience with large-scale enterprise migrations involving IAM modernization
Company
TrueTandem
TrueTandem is a consulting company focused on the rapid implementation and acceptance of Microsoft technologies and solutions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase