Cyber Security Engineer Journeyman
$87,100–$157,450 year
On-siteTampa, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Implement and maintain Microsoft Sentinel, Defender, Purview, and Entra ID within the USSOCOM Zero Trust architecture. Configure analytics rules, dashboards, and automation workflows to enhance threat detection and response capabilities. Support User and Entity Behavior Analytics and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response operations while integrating security telemetry from enterprise systems. Collaborate on Risk Management Framework activities, including documentation updates, control implementation, and Authorization to Operate maintenance. Assist with vulnerability assessments, system hardening, and DISA STIG implementation. Troubleshoot platform issues and participate in incident response and security monitoring. Document engineering procedures and recommend process improvements. Requires Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
Required Qualifications
- Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field
- 4 – 8 years of relevant experience
- Three or more (3+) years of experience supporting enterprise cybersecurity, Microsoft security platforms, or systems engineering
- Experience administering or supporting Microsoft enterprise security solutions
- Experience with Microsoft Sentinel
- Experience with Microsoft Defender XDR
- Experience with Microsoft Purview
- Experience with Microsoft Entra ID
- Experience with Microsoft Logic Apps
- Experience with Microsoft Behavior Analytics
- Experience supporting SIEM, SOAR, UEBA, or security monitoring operations
- Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems
- Familiarity with enterprise identity, endpoint, cloud, and security architectures
- Experience supporting RMF documentation or cybersecurity compliance activities
- Knowledge of DISA STIG implementation and cybersecurity best practices
- DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+, CySA+, CCNA Security, or equivalent) with the ability to obtain IAT Level III within an approved timeframe if required
Desired Qualifications
- Microsoft certifications such as: SC-100: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect
- Microsoft certifications such as: SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst
- Microsoft certifications such as: SC-300: Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator
- Microsoft certifications such as: AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate
- Experience with scripting or automation using PowerShell, Python, Bash, or C#
- Experience integrating Microsoft security products with third-party security tools
- Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK and threat detection engineering
- Familiarity with Department of Defense and NSA Zero Trust guidance
- Experience supporting the DoD RMF process and Authorization to Operate (ATO) lifecycle
- Familiarity with USSOCOM SOFNET or other DoD enterprise environments
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