Jr. Microsoft Cloud Security Engineer (Sentinel/Defender)

Description One of TEKsystems' clients, a large, privately-held, family-owned company headquartered in Birmingham is looking to add an Information Security Engineer to their team. The organization continues to grow organically; and, as they scale, they need to add additional an additional resource to ensure the company's assets and information are safe. The company leverages Microsoft Cloud for most all of their information technology and they would ideally like to see someone with Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender. Skills Security, Information security, Risk assessment, Siem, Risk management, Cyber security, Azure, Vulnerability, Vulnerability management, Incident response, Security architecture, Active directory, Cloud, Network security Top Skills Details Security,Information security,Risk assessment,Siem,Risk management,Cyber security,Azure,Vulnerability,Vulnerability management,Incident response Additional Skills & Qualifications 99% remote

• The client requires that the candidate be within "reasonable driving distance" although it's fully remote.

There will be times for someone to come in for any work-related functions, team meetings, vendor presentations, lunches, etc. Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Birmingham, AL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $46.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 13, 2026. h4>

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We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.