MICROSOFT SECURITY & COMPLIANCE ENGINEER

DIRECT HIRE

HYBRID-ATLANTA, GA

Our client, a leading global law firm, is currently seeking a Microsoft Security & Compliance Engineer to join our IT Security team. The Microsoft E5 Security Engineer is responsible for the implementation, operation, maintenance and monitoring of various components of Microsoft Security & Compliance Suite. This person must be well versed in understanding the information technology landscape including Microsoft security, infrastructure, network, client, server, emerging technology standards and trends.

The firm offers a generous total compensation package with bonuses and raises awarded in recognition of individual merit-based performance. Eligible employees may participate in the firms comprehensive benefit program including health and wellness plan, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and a health savings account, a 401(k) plan, profit sharing plan, on-site gym access, discount programs, an onsite childcare center and a substantial Paid Time Off (PTO) program.

Microsoft Security & Compliance Engineer responsibilities:

• Manages the security posture, identifying and remediating vulnerabilities, performing threat modeling, implementing threat protection, and responding to security incident escalations.
• Implements and maintains Microsoft technology (E5) adhering to the security policies established by management and/or the Security Officer.
• Applies expertise in information security and protection systems to eliminate or reduce unauthorized disclosure or destruction of data.
• Implements security auditing tools; follows processes and procedures to monitor network security. Recommends improvements for security enhancements.
• Assists with the investigation of technology security incidents.
• Provides Level 3 support and problem resolution of complex tickets escalated from the Service Desk.
• Manages and monitors all outsourced security functions.
• Contributes to the overall security posture of the firm and provides input to the Systems and Security technology direction and strategy.

Microsoft Security & Compliance Engineer:

Candidates will have at least 3 years of experience working with customers in the following areas: providing technical readiness and training, delivery of support services, on-premise and remote technical support, solution development, account management and technical requirements gathering.

Microsoft Security & Compliance Engineer:

Successful candidates will also have at least 2 years of security related experience with any of the following technologies and platforms:

• Azure Identity
• Azure Security Services
• Microsoft Defender for Identity
• Microsoft Sentinel
• Microsoft Client / Server Operating Systems Security
• Security Threat Landscape
• Cloud workload protection
• SIEM, and Cloud Security Analytics
• Security Orchestration, Automation and Response (SOAR)
• Security Operation Center
• Microsoft 365 Security

Candidates should have strong leadership and analytical skills. Candidates must be able to communicate security related concepts to a broad range of technical and non-technical staff. A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field is strongly preferred. Candidates must have 3 to 5 years’ experience in Microsoft E5 Security and Compliance tools. Candidates should have the ability to develop implementation templates for repeated businesses processes and project plans. Candidates should have well-developed Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Outlook, Excel and Visio. CISSP or other network security certifications are preferred.