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Grant Thornton (US) · 14 hours ago

Cyber MSFT Threat Protection Senior Manager

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$188K/yr - $312K/yr

10+ years exp

Grant Thornton is a multinational professional services firm, and they are seeking a Cybersecurity Senior Manager focused on Microsoft Threat Protection. This role involves leading high-impact engagements to help clients defend against cyber threats, providing strategic advice, and overseeing the implementation of threat protection solutions.

Accounting

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Leading the delivery of Microsoft Threat Protection solutions, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, Cloud Apps, and Microsoft Sentinel

Lead practice development and sales activities including, opportunity origination, client proposal development, and deal closure

Advising CISOs and security leaders on threat detection, incident response, and security operations transformation

Designing and implementing enterprise-wide detection and response strategies aligned with Zero Trust and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks

Overseeing threat modeling, red/purple team exercises, and advanced threat hunting initiatives

Managing large-scale security assessments, maturity roadmaps, and regulatory compliance engagements

Leading and mentoring multidisciplinary teams across multiple client engagements

Driving business development efforts, including proposal development, client presentations, and thought leadership

Staying current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and Microsoft security innovations to inform client strategies

Qualification

Microsoft Threat ProtectionMicrosoft Defender suiteMicrosoft SentinelCybersecurity experienceThreat detectionIncident responseZero Trust frameworkMITRE ATT&CK frameworkKQLPowerShellClient relationship managementExecutive presenceProject managementCommunication skillsTeam leadership

Required

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

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

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

Prior experience leading sales activities for threat protection professional services, in excess of $3M a year

Deep expertise in Microsoft security technologies, including: Microsoft Defender suite (Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, Cloud Apps), Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR)

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

Experience with KQL, PowerShell, or other scripting languages for automation and threat hunting

Proven ability to lead client engagements and manage cross-functional teams

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

Strong executive presence and ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Demonstrated success in practice development and client relationship management

Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment

Exceptional client service and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships

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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