Microsoft Security Engineer- Remote (Anywhere in the U.S.)

GuidePoint Security
United States
Workplace: RemoteFull timeFunction: CybersecurityExperience: 2-5 yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Troubleshooting","Attention to detail","Clear communication","Written communication","Verbal communication"]

Deliver hands-on Microsoft Cloud Security engagements for clients, focusing on Microsoft Entra ID identity and access management and Microsoft Purview data protection. Independently own technical delivery (targeting 80% billable), designing conditional access, MFA/passwordless, governance, and hybrid identity hygiene. Configure Intune and support Defender XDR/Endpoint capabilities, while also assisting with eDiscovery, insider risk, and compliance readiness using tools like Graph PowerShell.

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GuidePoint Security
GuidePoint Security
3 days ago

Microsoft Security Engineer- Remote (Anywhere in the U.S.)

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Job Summary

Deliver hands-on Microsoft Cloud Security engagements for clients, focusing on Microsoft Entra ID identity and access management and Microsoft Purview data protection. Independently own technical delivery (targeting 80% billable), designing conditional access, MFA/passwordless, governance, and hybrid identity hygiene. Configure Intune and support Defender XDR/Endpoint capabilities, while also assisting with eDiscovery, insider risk, and compliance readiness using tools like Graph PowerShell.
Location: United States
Workplace: Remote
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Cybersecurity
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Independently deliver Microsoft Cloud Security engagements for clients, targeting an 80% billable workload and managing time/communication within assignments.
  • •Design and implement identity architecture, including hybrid sync (Entra Connect), Conditional Access, MFA/passwordless, and identity governance (PIM/RBAC/access reviews).
  • •Integrate applications using SSO (SAML/OIDC), enterprise app registrations, and SCIM provisioning.
  • •Implement data security and compliance in Microsoft Purview, including sensitivity labels, DLP, retention policies, and supporting data security posture assessments.
  • •Configure and support Intune and Defender XDR/Defender for Endpoint capabilities, including device compliance, configuration profiles, and relevant investigations/remediation.
Travel: Low travel

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Health InsuranceDentalRetirementPaid LeaveMobile PhoneHome Internet

Key Requirements

  • •2–5 years of experience in IT administration, identity management, or security operations.
  • •Hands-on production experience with Microsoft Entra ID and on-premises Active Directory, including Conditional Access, MFA, RBAC, and hybrid identity (Entra Connect).
  • •Experience implementing Microsoft Purview (sensitivity labels, DLP, retention, or eDiscovery) and support for Intune and Defender XDR.
  • •Knowledge of authentication protocols including SAML, OAuth 2.0/OIDC, Kerberos, and LDAP.
  • •Basic PowerShell scripting for automation and reporting (e.g., Microsoft Graph PowerShell).
Experience:2-5 yearsCybersecurityIdentity managementMicrosoft 365Security operations
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:TroubleshootingAttention to detailClear communicationWritten communicationVerbal communication
Languages:English
Tech Stack:Microsoft Entra IDEntra ConnectConditional AccessMFAPasswordlessPIMRBACAccess reviewsEntitlement managementSSOSAMLOAuth 2.0OIDCSCIMKerberosLDAPMicrosoft PurviewSensitivity labelsDLPRetention policies

Company Brief

GuidePoint Security
Provides cybersecurity consulting, managed security services, incident response, cloud and network security, and compliance solutions to enterprises and government organizations, helping clients identify, mitigate, and respond to cyber threats across complex environments.
Industry: Cybersecurity
Company Size: Large (251 to 1,000 employees)
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Herndon, United States
Founded: 2010
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