Overview
On Site
Compensation information provided in the description
Full Time
Skills
IT Security
Mentorship
Cloud Computing
Log Management
Dashboard
Collaboration
Incident Management
Security Clearance
Analytical Skill
Data Security
Insurance
Life Insurance
Personal Development
Microsoft
Microsoft Azure
Job Details
Security Engineer
Location: Fort Meade, MD, United States
Security Engineer
We are seeking Security Engineers to join an on-site team delivering mission-driven government support. This role goes beyond traditional IT security - it's an opportunity to design, implement, and monitor advanced threat detection solutions in Microsoft O365 and Azure environments while ensuring mission-critical systems remain resilient and secure.
Why Join Us?
We are a mission-driven, team-first organization that puts your career and voice at the center of everything we do. When you join, you'll step into a culture built on mentorship, professional growth, and hands-on experience with enterprise cloud technologies. You'll contribute to high-security, mission-critical projects and deepen your expertise across Azure infrastructure, governance, and operations.
Responsibilities:
Must Have's:
Nice to Have's:
Compensation & Benefits
Technology You'll Use:
Location
Fort Meade, MD, United States
Salary: $160,000 - $210,000 USD
Location: Fort Meade, MD, United States
Security Engineer
We are seeking Security Engineers to join an on-site team delivering mission-driven government support. This role goes beyond traditional IT security - it's an opportunity to design, implement, and monitor advanced threat detection solutions in Microsoft O365 and Azure environments while ensuring mission-critical systems remain resilient and secure.
Why Join Us?
We are a mission-driven, team-first organization that puts your career and voice at the center of everything we do. When you join, you'll step into a culture built on mentorship, professional growth, and hands-on experience with enterprise cloud technologies. You'll contribute to high-security, mission-critical projects and deepen your expertise across Azure infrastructure, governance, and operations.
Responsibilities:
- Operate and tune Microsoft Sentinel for log management, correlation, and advanced threat detection
- Monitor Azure environments to identify anomalies and performance/security issues
- Detect, investigate, and analyze potential threats, escalating incidents as required
- Develop, optimize, and maintain KQL (Kusto Query Language) queries for dashboards, reports, and alerts
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve security posture and incident response - Provide on-site support for operational security requirements across O365 and Azure services
Must Have's:
- Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (MPO). Must meet eligibility requirements for access to U.S. government systems and facilities
- Microsoft Sentinel: Configuration, tuning, and use for threat detection
- Azure Monitoring: Performance, availability, and security monitoring in Azure environments
- Threat Detection & Investigation: Strong analytical skills for investigating and remediating security incidents
- KQL (Kusto Query Language): Ability to create, customize, and optimize reports, queries, and alerts
Nice to Have's:
- Experience implementing enhanced security features across Azure and O365 environments (e.g., advanced threat protection, conditional access, zero-trust configurations)
- Familiarity with O365 data protection and governance features
Compensation & Benefits
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- Basic Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
- Skills Development & Certifications
- Employee Referral Program
Technology You'll Use:
- Microsoft Sentinel
- Azure Monitoring & Security Tools
- O365 Security & Governance Features
- KQL (Kusto Query Language)
- Advanced Threat Protection, Conditional Access, Zero-Trust Tools
Location
Fort Meade, MD, United States
Salary: $160,000 - $210,000 USD
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