M365 Security Engineer – W2 – Hybrid Position Available In Hudson, New Jersey

M365 Security Engineer•W2•Hybrid

Position:

M365 Security Engineer

Location:

Jersey City, New Jersey•Hybrid (2 days in office)

Duration:

6+ Months
Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated M365 Security Engineer who is ready to take us to the next level! If you have experience with security assessments and best practices on Azure Office 365 Platforms and are looking for your next career move, apply now.
Required skills, experience, etc
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Reflected in description, but strong security skills in M365, Windows 11, and a consultative background.
Job Description We are seeking an experienced Microsoft 365 Security Engineer to join our team. This full-time contract role is a hybrid position requiring a local candidate who can work on-site as needed. The primary focus will be on monitoring the environment and implementing data loss prevention (DLP) strategies. The role involves a strong consulting and advisory component, assisting management in optimizing existing tools and security practices.

What You’ll Do:

Conduct comprehensive security assessments on Azure Office 365 platforms and Windows 11 desktop environments
Document the current security environment and provide best practice recommendations
Advise the Director on the effective utilization of existing security tools
Focus on monitoring the environment and implementing data loss prevention strategies
Perform hands-on Microsoft Cloud and on-premises security administration
Interact with IT management, IT systems teams, vendor support, and end-users to ensure effective communication and implementation of security measures

What You’ll Need:

Minimum of 5 years of experience with security assessments and best practices on Azure Office 365 Platforms
Proficiency in Office 365 Data Loss Protection and Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection
Experience with remote desktop patch monitoring, reporting, and patching
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure security best practices and Microsoft Cloud monitoring and logging
Familiarity with server patch maintenance and 3rd party reporting tools such as Nagios and Tenable
Experience with Microsoft GCC (Government Cloud) and SharePoint Security assessments
Familiarity with Mandiant Managed Dfense
Relevant Microsoft Security certifications
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Dice Id:

10416061

Position Id:

8680476