Hybrid Senior Security Engineer

at R3 LLC

• Job title: Senior Security Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: $90,000 - $130,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Azure, Cloud, Cyber Security, Python
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Frederick, United States

About the role

• Experienced Senior Security Engineer designing and implementing Azure Sentinel solutions for R3 LLC. Collaborating with teams to enhance security monitoring, incident response, and threat hunting capabilities.

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.

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

Benefits

• 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.
• Training incentives and bonuses to help you and your career grow.