Security Engineer II, Managed Microsoft Sentinel

About the role

The Security Engineer ll - Microsoft Sentinel & Defender XDR plays a critical engineering role within Cyderes' Managed Sentinel SIEM and MDR services. You will go beyond basic platform administration. The Security Engineer ll is responsible for detection engineering, platform optimization, onboarding lifecycle execution, and Defender XDR integration. You will be a trusted technical resource to clients, ensuring you configure, improve, and improve their Microsoft security ecosystem against evolving threats. You will represent and strengthen the Cyderes brand through collaboration, and delivery that meets client expectations. You will report to Senior Manager, Managed Platforms. #LI-Hybrid This is a hybrid remote/in-office role. WHY CYDERES? Benefits that go beyond the basics, we support our people so they can do their best work. ✔ Medical Insurance - Employee + dependents covered ✔ Life Insurance - Protection for what matters most ✔ Retirement Match Program - We invest in your future ✔ Hybrid Work Model - 2-3 days in office ✔ Maternity & Paternity Leave - Time for the moments that matter ✔ Paid Time Off - PTO + sick & casual leave ✔ Bereavement & Volunteer Time - Give back to your community ✔ Professional Development - Reimbursement program ✔ LinkedIn L&D Platform - Thousands of courses at your fingertips ✔ Mobile Phone Reimbursement - Stay connected, on us Cyderes is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status. Note: This job posting is intended for direct applicants only. We request that outside recruiters do not contact us regarding this position.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3-5 years of experience in IT security, SOC, or security engineering roles
• Minimum 2 years hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel
• Experience with Microsoft Defender XDR suite
• Experience in MSSP or customer-facing environments
• Exposure to multi-tenant environments (Azure Lighthouse)
• Working knowledge of: Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender XDR & Azure Log Analytics
• Familiarity with MDR operational workflows
• SC-200 (Microsoft Security Operations Analyst)
• AZ-500 (Azure Security Engineer)

Additional Information

We Help the World Be Everyday Ready™ Today's threatscape is relentless. So are we. At Cyderes, we build practical Identity & Access Management (IAM), Exposure Management, and risk programs, helping organizations stop active threats fast with Managed Detection & Response (MDR) that integrates with existing tools. Powering it all is Meridian, our entity fabric that connects identities, assets, and access into one trusted reality. Augmented by AI and driven by seasoned operators, our tireless global team arms organizations with the people, platforms, and perspectives they need to conquer whatever tomorrow throws their way. 🏆 Great Place to Work® Certified™ | - United States - Canada - United Kingdom - India

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