Senior Security Engineer

R3 LLC•Frederick, MD

48d•$90,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At R3, we are committed to providing our clients with best-in-class solutions for all of their IT needs. We are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and dedicated to providing our clients with unsurpassed quality, service, and value day in and day out. As we continue to grow and innovate, we are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team. If you’re ready to join our mission of setting the standard for IT excellence, we are looking for an experienced Senior Security Engineer to join our team. We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Security Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the Azure Sentinel security information and event management (SIEM) solution. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the effective deployment of Azure Sentinel, enabling advanced security monitoring, incident response, and threat hunting capabilities. This role is 3 days remote and two days onsite at our office in Frederick, Maryland.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on security information and event management (SIEM) solutions
Extensive hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure Sentinel, including deployment, configuration, and administration
In-depth knowledge of Azure services, such as Azure Monitor, Azure Security Center, and Azure Log Analytics
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) and data analytics tools (e.g., Kusto Query Language)
Familiarity with security frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., NIST, CIS, MITRE ATT&CK)
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Certification in Microsoft Azure (e.g., Azure Security Engineer Associate) or other relevant security certifications is preferred

Responsibilities

Design and implement Azure Sentinel architecture, including data connectors, analytics rules, logic apps, workbooks, and automation playbooks
Configure and manage Azure Sentinel data sources, such as Azure Activity Logs, Azure Security Center, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, and third-party data sources
Develop and maintain custom analytics rules, hunting queries, and machine learning models to detect and respond to security threats effectively
Collaborate with the security operations team to investigate and respond to security incidents, leveraging Azure Sentinel's incident management capabilities
Implement and maintain Azure Sentinel automation playbooks for incident response, orchestration, and integration with other security tools
Optimize Azure Sentinel performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness through appropriate configuration and resource management
Stay up to date with the latest Azure Sentinel features, security best practices, and industry trends, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the organization's security posture
Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and knowledge sharing to junior team members and other stakeholders

Benefits

Competitive wages to reflect your experience and skills.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy.
401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future.
Flexible time off policies to ensure you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
9 company holidays observed, plus 2 floating holidays.
Opportunity to give back to our community with (paid) volunteer time off.
We offer many remote opportunities, allowing you to work wherever you want.?
We are committed to creating a positive impact on society and contributing to a better world--we're involved in our community and encourage our employees to do the same.
We are reshaping the industry and the way it thinks about technology and service.
We strive to be better and encourage our employees to do the same by offering training incentives and bonuses to help you and your career grow.?
The opportunity to be a part of an amazing team.