Security Engineer

Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation • Madison, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Be part of a team that's committed to making a difference. We believe in our work and our customers. As the Security Engineer, you will be the frontline defender of our digital ecosystem, leveraging advanced tools like Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Microsoft Sentinel to detect, investigate, and neutralize threats. This is a highly collaborative, on-site position where you will partner with Infrastructure and Cloud teams to harden our defenses and ensure a resilient security posture. Fairway Home Mortgage, founded in 1996, is a nationwide leader in the mortgage industry. Customer service is at the heart of everything we do. We deliver personalized loan solutions with some of the fastest turn times in the industry. Our mission is to act as trusted advisors, guiding clients through every step of the mortgage process to exceed expectations and ensure satisfaction. Our culture promotes innovation, growth, and collaboration, offering exciting career paths and professional development. Whether you're starting out or advancing your career, Fairway is a place where your skills and ambitions can thrive. At Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, we’ve been committed to delivering exceptional service and fostering a culture of growth and collaboration since our founding in April 1996. We strive to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve by living out our core values daily. Explore rewarding career opportunities at Fairway, from branch-based roles to corporate support positions. Join a team dedicated to helping others and achieving success together.

Requirements

• 5+ years of dedicated experience in Cybersecurity, Security Operations (SOC), or Security Engineering.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender (EDR) and a major SIEM platform (Sentinel, Splunk, or QRadar).
• Proficiency in KQL, PowerShell, or Python for scripting and automation of security tasks.
• Familiarity with Azure or other major cloud platforms and a strong understanding of vulnerability management lifecycles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related technical field.
• At least one relevant industry certification (e.g., SC-200, Security+, CySA+, or GCIH).

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize Microsoft Defender for Endpoint; perform alert triage, deep-dive investigations, and decisive response actions.
• Monitor and manage security events within Microsoft Sentinel, escalating incidents and refining detection logic to reduce noise.
• Lead containment and eradication efforts during security events; assist in developing technical runbooks and incident response procedures.
• Execute enterprise-wide vulnerability scans and coordinate remediation with technical teams.
• Validate secure configuration baselines for servers, endpoints, and cloud resources.
• Support the maintenance of Conditional Access and device compliance policies to ensure a Zero Trust environment.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to provide technical evidence for regulatory audits and cybersecurity assessments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees