Senior Security Engineer (azure Sentinel)

Description:

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 requires an onsite presence at our Beverly office three (3) days per week. Wednesday is a mandatory in-office day, with the second onsite day to be determined based on team needs.

Requirements: 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

Qualifications:

• 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

This role requires an onsite presence at our Frederick office three (3) days per week. Wednesday is a mandatory in-office day, with the second onsite day to be determined based on team needs

Why join our winning team?

• 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.
• Opportunity to give back to our community with (paid) volunteer time off.

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.

The salary range for this position is $90,000 -$130,000/year.

The base salary range for this position is an estimate and may vary depending on relevant factors, including but not limited to education, experience, certifications, and skillset, as well as internal equity and business considerations. This range reflects base pay only and does not include bonuses, incentives, benefits, or other forms of compensation that may be offered as part of the total compensation package.

R3 is an equal opportunity employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of R3 to not discriminate on the basis, of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignment, benefits, and termination.