Azure, Windows & Linux System Engineer

Job Title: Azure, Windows & Linux System Engineer

Location: Elkhart, IN (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite)
Duration: 6+ Months Contract
Start Date: Immediate

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Azure, Windows & Linux System Engineer to support the implementation and deployment of Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, and enterprise security monitoring solutions across hybrid environments.

Key Responsibilities:
• Deploy and configure Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM) and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
• Automate deployments using Ansible, PowerShell, and Bash scripting.
• Configure Azure resources including Log Analytics Workspaces, Resource Groups, RBAC, and Service Principals.
• Manage Sentinel data ingestion using Azure Monitor Agent (AMA), Data Collection Rules (DCR), Syslog, and CEF Forwarders.
• Deploy and onboard Defender for Endpoint across Windows and Linux environments.
• Troubleshoot Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, Service Accounts, and RBAC issues.
• Perform Linux administration activities on Rocky Linux and Ubuntu systems.
• Integrate logs from network and security devices into SIEM platforms.
• Support PCI compliance and security best practices.

Required Skills:
• Microsoft Sentinel Administration
• Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
• Azure Administration (Log Analytics, RBAC, Resource Groups, Service Principals)
• Ansible Playbook Development
• Windows Server 2019/2022/2025
• Active Directory & Group Policy
• Rocky Linux & Ubuntu Administration
• PowerShell & Bash Scripting
• Azure Monitor Agent (AMA)
• Data Collection Rules (DCR)
• Syslog / CEF Forwarders
• Check Point & Extreme Networks
• PCI Compliance Awareness

Preferred:
• Experience with MDR, SIEM, and EDR implementations.
• Strong troubleshooting and automation background.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Keywords:
Azure, Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Endpoint, Ansible, PowerShell, Bash, Windows Server, Active Directory, Azure Monitor Agent, AMA, DCR, SIEM, EDR, MDR, Linux Administration, Rocky Linux, Ubuntu, Syslog, CEF, Check Point, Extreme Networks, RBAC, Log Analytics Workspace, PCI Compliance.