Security Engineer

Description
Application Security Operations:
Oversee the operational use and effectiveness of application security tools, Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), Static Application Security Testing (SAST), and Software Composition Analysis (SCA). This is top priority, experience with SonarQube, Burpsuite, and JFrog X-ray is a bonus.
Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to integrate security testing into the CI/CD pipeline and ensure vulnerabilities identified by these tools are triaged and remediated effectively.
Provide guidance on interpreting scan results and prioritizing remediation efforts for application-level vulnerabilities. Being able to answer how to prioritize remediation efforts is very important in interview and on the job (answer should include things like filtering on CVSScore and focusing on Criticals first, determine if Criticals have a Zero Day / Exploit in the wild, identifying and patching internet facing servers first, and patching Crown Jewels, then everything else.)
Cloud Security:
In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure security services, specifically Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Entra ID and Azure Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR). Candidate should at least be able to describe what each of these Azure Services do.
Proficiency in assessing and hardening Azure environments, including IaaS, PaaS, and network security configurations.
Infrastructure Vulnerability Management:
Proactively manage and conduct regular vulnerability assessments and remediation efforts for our infrastructure using Microsoft Defender for Cloud. This is priority number 2. If candidate can demonstrate knowledge about what they use Microsoft Defender for Cloud it will give them a huge step up - (Vulnerability management on virtual machines and containers , security scoring and attack path analysis)
Ensure continuous security posture management for cloud and hybrid environments, identifying misconfigurations and security weaknesses.
Work with relevant teams to prioritize and implement recommended security controls and patches identified through Defender for Cloud.
Experience with Python, PowerShell, and KQL scripting while not necessary, will definitely give candidate an advantage.
Candidate should be able to give an example of how they collaborate with DevOps, app teams, etc
Knowledge about Active Directory will help.
3 - 5 years security experience ISO experience or certification
Skills
Security, Cloud, Azure, Active directory, Vulnerability management, Cyber security, Vulnerability, DAST, SAST, SCA, MS Defender for Cloud, Azure Sentinel
Top Skills Details
Security,Cloud,Azure,Active directory,Vulnerability management
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Certifications (one or more highly preferred):
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
AZ-500 (Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate)
CySA+ (CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst+)
CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Dearborn, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $65.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Dearborn,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.