Job Title: Cybersecurity Lead
Location: Houston, TX - Hybrid / Remote
Rate: $60/hr
Requirements:
CYBERSECURITY LEAD – MICROSOFT SECURITY STACK
Microsoft Security Stack · Client Portfolio Management · 10+ Years Experience
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience: 10+ Years
Work Model: Houston, TX - Hybrid / Remote
Domain: Consulting / MSSP
Certification: SC-100 / MS-500
About the Role:
We are looking for a seasoned Cybersecurity Lead to own and grow a portfolio of enterprise client security engagements built on the Microsoft security platform. You will serve as the senior security advisor across clients, translating business risk into architecture decisions, governing security operations, and leading a team of security engineers and analysts. This is a high-visibility role that spans strategy, architecture, delivery, and client relationship management.
Required Qualifications:
Own end-to-end security posture across a portfolio of enterprise clients, acting as primary escalation point and trusted advisor
10+ years of progressive cybersecurity experience, with at least 5 years in a client-facing consulting or managed security services role
Architect and deliver Microsoft-native security solutions spanning identity, endpoint, cloud, SIEM, and compliance domains
Deep hands-on expertise with Microsoft Sentinel (KQL, analytics rules, SOAR playbooks) and Defender XDR suite
Lead threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management programs using Sentinel, Defender XDR, and Entra ID
Strong command of Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, PIM, Identity Governance, and Lifecycle Workflows
Drive security assessments, risk reporting, and roadmap planning aligned to client business objectives and regulatory requirements
Experience securing Microsoft 365 environments: Defender for Office 365, Purview, DLP, and Compliance Manager
Mentor and manage a team of security engineers; run QBRs and executive briefings with client stakeholders
Proficiency with Microsoft Intune for endpoint management and security policy enforcement
Define and enforce secure architecture standards, IAM governance frameworks, and Zero Trust adoption plans
Demonstrated experience managing multiple client accounts with accountability for SLAs and outcomes
Collaborate with sales and pre-sales on security proposals, SOW scoping, and capability demonstrations
Strong executive communication skills; ability to translate technical risk to business language
Stay current on emerging threats, Microsoft product releases, and frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001)
Relevant certifications: SC-100, SC-200, SC-300, AZ-500, MS-500 (one or more required)
Microsoft Technology Scope:
Defender & SIEM
Microsoft Sentinel
Defender XDR
Defender for Endpoint
Defender for Cloud
Defender for Identity
Defender for Office 365
Identity & Access Management:
Microsoft Entra ID
Entra PIM
Identity Governance
Conditional Access
Lifecycle Workflows
Entra Agent ID
Compliance, Productivity & AI:
Microsoft Purview
Microsoft Intune
Security Copilot
M365 E5 Security
Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps
Azure Policy
Supporting Stack & Skills:
Azure Security Center
KQL
Logic Apps / SOAR
MS Graph API
Lighthouse (Multi-tenant)
PowerShell / Azure CLI
Preferred Qualifications:
Microsoft MVP in Security or demonstrated community leadership and contributions
Experience with Security Copilot agent development or AI-assisted security operations
Familiarity with post-quantum cryptography, Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), and SASE frameworks
Prior experience with tenant-to-tenant migrations or large-scale M365 consolidations
Knowledge of CrowdStrike, F5, Palo Alto and integration patterns with the Microsoft stack
Background in regulated industries: healthcare, financial services, energy, or government
