SHI International Corp.
Stratascale Sr. Security Consultant - Microsoft
SHI International Corp., Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Job SummaryAs a Sr. Security Consultant, you will play a vital role in enhancing the security posture of our clients' Microsoft technology infrastructure. Your primary responsibility will be the management, maintenance, and tuning of Azure Sentinel, Microsoft 365 Defender and Microsoft Defender for Cloud (Azure Security Center), to ensure optimal performance and security alert effectiveness. Additionally, you will help optimize how the client Microsoft security suite interacts with corresponding security technologies (SOAR, Ticketing, Networking, etc).
Leveraging your expertise in Microsoft technologies, you will work to identify and mitigate potential security risks, providing a robust, reliable, and effective security solution. Your role will involve close collaboration with clients and internal teams to understand specific security needs and tailor the Microsoft environment accordingly.
Furthermore, you will contribute to the development of security policies and procedures, staying updated with the latest cybersecurity threats, and mitigation techniques. Your commitment to maintaining high cybersecurity standards and your ability to adapt to evolving security landscapes will be critical to your success in this role.
This role will report to the Practice Manager of Security Engineering within Stratascale.
ResponsibilitiesIncludes, but not limited to:
Manage and maintain Microsoft Azure security technologies to ensure optimal performance and reliability. This includes performing regular system checks, updates, and upgrades.
Regularly tune Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure for optimal performance based on customer feedback and best practices.
Proactively use Microsoft Azure security tools for threat hunting, identifying potential vulnerabilities or threats before they impact the system.
Utilize Azure Sentinel and Defender to detect and respond to security incidents.
Analyze security alerts and data, investigating potential security threats, and taking appropriate action to mitigate risks.
Contribute to the development of security policies and procedures based on insights gained from the SIEM system.
Generate comprehensive reports detailing security incidents, system performance, and ongoing activities.
Work closely with clients to understand their specific security needs.
Customize the SIEM and Azure Security system accordingly to provide tailored security solutions.
Leverage Microsoft 365 Defender, Azure Security Center, and other Azure security tools to establish comprehensive security controls and threat detection capabilities.
Collaborate with other IT and security professionals within the organization to ensure a coordinated and effective approach to network security.
Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, mitigation techniques, and Azure technologies.
Provide training and mentorship to other team members on the effective use of Azure technologies.
Provide off-hours support for SIEM platforms – as assigned.
Qualifications
7+ years of experience in managing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems.
Proficiency in SIEM technologies and tools, network protocols, and cybersecurity principles.
Strong problem-solving capabilities with the ability to analyze complex data.
Proficient with M365 Defender, Azure Policy, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Entra-ID and other built-in security controls.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience managing and reporting on multiple service delivery opportunities and ongoing projects.
Strong fundamental understanding of technical security solutions.
Proven understanding of security services engagements.
Required Skills
Ability to work effectively as a team member.
Ability to train and disseminate information.
Ability to engage and discuss technical and non-technical concepts.
Emotional intelligence, flexible work style, and excellent diplomatic skills.
Attention to detail, organization, and follow-up skills.
Initiative to research and resolve problems.
Ability to mentor and guide others.
Certifications RequiredCertifications below are preferred but not required:
Industry certifications (CIAM, CISM, CISA, CRISC, GIAC).
Vendor Solutions and product-specific certifications or experience (Sentinel/Splunk/Log Rhythm, Azure and AWS Security Experience).
Unique Requirements
Attend virtual customer meetings when appropriate.
Travel to customer sites, partner sites, conferences, and Stratascale offices up to 25% annually.
Additional Information
The estimated annual pay range for this position is $165,000 - $240,000.
Equal Employment Opportunity – M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status.
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Leveraging your expertise in Microsoft technologies, you will work to identify and mitigate potential security risks, providing a robust, reliable, and effective security solution. Your role will involve close collaboration with clients and internal teams to understand specific security needs and tailor the Microsoft environment accordingly.
Furthermore, you will contribute to the development of security policies and procedures, staying updated with the latest cybersecurity threats, and mitigation techniques. Your commitment to maintaining high cybersecurity standards and your ability to adapt to evolving security landscapes will be critical to your success in this role.
This role will report to the Practice Manager of Security Engineering within Stratascale.
ResponsibilitiesIncludes, but not limited to:
Manage and maintain Microsoft Azure security technologies to ensure optimal performance and reliability. This includes performing regular system checks, updates, and upgrades.
Regularly tune Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure for optimal performance based on customer feedback and best practices.
Proactively use Microsoft Azure security tools for threat hunting, identifying potential vulnerabilities or threats before they impact the system.
Utilize Azure Sentinel and Defender to detect and respond to security incidents.
Analyze security alerts and data, investigating potential security threats, and taking appropriate action to mitigate risks.
Contribute to the development of security policies and procedures based on insights gained from the SIEM system.
Generate comprehensive reports detailing security incidents, system performance, and ongoing activities.
Work closely with clients to understand their specific security needs.
Customize the SIEM and Azure Security system accordingly to provide tailored security solutions.
Leverage Microsoft 365 Defender, Azure Security Center, and other Azure security tools to establish comprehensive security controls and threat detection capabilities.
Collaborate with other IT and security professionals within the organization to ensure a coordinated and effective approach to network security.
Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, mitigation techniques, and Azure technologies.
Provide training and mentorship to other team members on the effective use of Azure technologies.
Provide off-hours support for SIEM platforms – as assigned.
Qualifications
7+ years of experience in managing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems.
Proficiency in SIEM technologies and tools, network protocols, and cybersecurity principles.
Strong problem-solving capabilities with the ability to analyze complex data.
Proficient with M365 Defender, Azure Policy, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Entra-ID and other built-in security controls.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience managing and reporting on multiple service delivery opportunities and ongoing projects.
Strong fundamental understanding of technical security solutions.
Proven understanding of security services engagements.
Required Skills
Ability to work effectively as a team member.
Ability to train and disseminate information.
Ability to engage and discuss technical and non-technical concepts.
Emotional intelligence, flexible work style, and excellent diplomatic skills.
Attention to detail, organization, and follow-up skills.
Initiative to research and resolve problems.
Ability to mentor and guide others.
Certifications RequiredCertifications below are preferred but not required:
Industry certifications (CIAM, CISM, CISA, CRISC, GIAC).
Vendor Solutions and product-specific certifications or experience (Sentinel/Splunk/Log Rhythm, Azure and AWS Security Experience).
Unique Requirements
Attend virtual customer meetings when appropriate.
Travel to customer sites, partner sites, conferences, and Stratascale offices up to 25% annually.
Additional Information
The estimated annual pay range for this position is $165,000 - $240,000.
Equal Employment Opportunity – M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status.
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