Security Engineer (Microsoft 365 Security & Detection)

PT&C Group•Holladay, UT

About The Position

Due to continuing growth, we are seeking a Security Engineer focused on securing and monitoring a Microsoft 365–centric environment. This role is responsible for detecting and responding to threats across Entra ID (Azure AD), Microsoft Defender, Intune-managed endpoints, and Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams. You will play a key role in improving visibility, strengthening access controls, and building scalable detection and response capabilities across cloud and endpoint systems. Platform Accounting Group is a rapidly growing professional services firm providing tax, accounting, assurance, IT consulting, and wealth management services to small and medium sized businesses and their owners. We currently have 50+ offices across 15 states with much more growth on the horizon. Enjoy a professional and dynamic work environment while making work/life balance a priority.

Requirements

Strong understanding of Microsoft 365 security architecture, including Entra ID, Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams
Experience with Microsoft Defender security stack (Defender for Endpoint, Office 365, Identity, or Cloud Apps)
Familiarity with identity security concepts such as MFA, Conditional Access, and identity risk
Experience with endpoint management and security using Microsoft Intune or similar platforms
Working knowledge of incident response processes and common attack techniques (phishing, credential abuse, lateral movement)
Log analysis and threat hunting using Microsoft Sentinel or Defender Advanced Hunting (KQL experience preferred)
Experience configuring and tuning alerts in SIEM, EDR, or cloud-native security tools
Scripting or automation using PowerShell, KQL, or Python
Experience with email security, phishing analysis, and investigation within Exchange Online
Ability to investigate and document security incidents with clarity and precision
Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to collaborate across IT, infrastructure, and compliance teams
Strong ownership mindset and ability to drive issues through resolution
Continuous learning mindset with interest in cloud security and advanced detection

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Purview (compliance, audit, or eDiscovery)
Familiarity with regulatory or compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, GLBA, HIPAA)
Exposure to automation, detection engineering, or security orchestration (SOAR)
Experience supporting security operations in a cloud-first or hybrid environment
Experience with AVD and Azure infrastructure

Responsibilities

Monitor and investigate alerts across Microsoft Defender (Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity, Defender for Office 365) and associated security platforms
Analyze Entra ID (Azure AD) sign-in logs, audit logs, and risky sign-in activity to identify potential account compromise or misuse
Respond to security incidents involving endpoints, identities, email, and collaboration platforms
Tune and optimize detection rules, alert thresholds, and signal-to-noise ratios within SIEM and Microsoft security tools
Perform log analysis and basic threat hunting using tools such as Microsoft Sentinel, Defender Advanced Hunting, and audit logs
Implement and validate Conditional Access policies, MFA enforcement, and identity protection controls
Support endpoint security through Intune and Defender for Endpoint, including policy enforcement, device compliance, and response actions
Collaborate with IT to harden Microsoft 365 configurations (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams) and reduce attack surface
Support vulnerability management by identifying gaps and coordinating remediation across systems and endpoints
Maintain clear and audit-ready documentation of incidents, controls, and response activities
Assist with eDiscovery, audit requests, and compliance-related investigations when required
Identify gaps in monitoring, coverage, or controls and recommend improvements to security architecture