Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Summary: The Senior Cyber Security Engineer role focuses on supporting and maintaining the client's enterprise SIEM, specifically Microsoft Sentinel/Azure, in both hybrid on-premises and cloud environments. The position requires expertise in configuring log sources, utilizing KQL for troubleshooting, and applying knowledge of various security tools, particularly within the Microsoft Defender suite. This is a contract-to-hire position that emphasizes independent task management and collaboration with IT/security teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and maintain the Client's enterprise SIEM (Microsoft Sentinel/Azure) in hybrid on-premises and cloud environments, including installations, upgrades, troubleshooting, and remediation.
• Configure log sources, parsing, and build Data Collection Rules (DCRs) within the SIEM.
• Use KQL (Kusto Query Language) to onboard new log sources and troubleshoot log-related issues.
• Review, analyze, and document current security solutions to ensure optimal performance.
• Apply knowledge of antivirus, anti-malware, and EDR tooling with preference for experience in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Cloud Apps, Defender for Identity, and Purview.
• Strong background in SIEM engineering and security operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Sentinel, Azure, and KQL.
• Experience with Microsoft Defender security suite preferred.
• Ability to manage tasks independently and work collaboratively with IT/security teams.
• Strong problem-solving, analysis, and technical leadership skills.

Key Skills:

• Expertise in Microsoft Sentinel/Azure and SIEM engineering.
• Proficiency in KQL (Kusto Query Language).
• Knowledge of antivirus, anti-malware, and EDR tools, especially Microsoft Defender suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience in security operations.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT