100% Remote Position
6 month contract plus possible extensions
US Citizenship or Green Card is required
Compensation is $60 - $65/hr on 1099
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Defender is required.Job Scope:
As a Security Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing security solutions using Microsoft Defender for Servers.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the deployment of Microsoft Defender for Servers across client environments.
• Conduct security assessments and provide recommendations for enhancements.
• Develop and maintain security policies and procedures.
• Provide expert guidance on server security best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex security issues.
• Train and mentor junior consultants and client IT staff.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends and technologies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on server security.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Defender for Servers and related Microsoft security products.
• Experience with cloud security and Azure services is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate or Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate are a plus.
• Nice to have Arc experience