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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cyber Security Senior Engineer - **Company:** LTD Global - **Location:** Houston, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $124,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Microsoft Security Essentials, Microsoft Office, Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Services, Kusto Query Language, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management, Systems Integration, Software Vulnerability Management, EndPointSecurity, Microsoft Power Automate, Microsoft InTune, Azure Security Center, Information Technology, Microsoft Sentinel, Windows Security, CIS Benchmarks, Api Management - **Published:** May 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d25f9bdafb61b350 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Vulnerability management?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field * 7+ years of cybersecurity engineering experience * 5+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Security technologies * Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture and security operations Required Technical Skills Microsoft Security Technologies * Microsoft Sentinel * Microsoft Defender Suite * Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) * Microsoft Purview * Microsoft Intune * Azure Security Center / Defender for Cloud, * Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100) * Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst (SC-200) * Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300) * Microsoft Certified: Information Protection Administrator (SC-400) * CISSP * CISM * CompTIA Security+ Preferred Experience * Experience working in SOC or Managed Security Services environments * Experience with Zero Trust implementations * Experience with cloud migration security * Familiarity with third-party security tools and integrations Soft Skills * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Excellent communication and documentation abilities * Ability to work independently and collaboratively * Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities ## Description We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cyber Security Engineer with strong expertise in the Microsoft Security ecosystem to design, implement, manage, and optimize enterprise security solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Microsoft security technologies, threat detection, identity security, cloud security, incident response, and security operations. This role will work closely with infrastructure, cloud, compliance, and SOC teams to strengthen the organization's cybersecurity posture and support enterprise security initiatives., Security Engineering & Operations * Design, deploy, and manage Microsoft security solutions across enterprise environments * Implement and maintain security controls for Microsoft 365, Azure, endpoints, identities, and cloud workloads * Monitor, analyze, and respond to security incidents and alerts * Conduct threat hunting and incident investigations * Support vulnerability management and remediation activities Microsoft Security Stack Administration * Manage and optimize: * Microsoft Defender for Endpoint * Microsoft Defender for Office 365 * Microsoft Defender for Cloud * Microsoft Sentinel * Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) * Microsoft Purview * Microsoft Intune * Microsoft Defender for Identity * Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps Cloud & Identity Security * Implement Zero Trust security architecture * Configure Conditional Access policies * Secure Azure cloud infrastructure and workloads * Manage identity governance, MFA, RBAC, and privileged access controls SIEM & Incident Response * Develop and tune SIEM use cases and analytics rules in Microsoft Sentinel * Create KQL queries, dashboards, and workbooks * Lead incident response activities and root cause analysis * Automate security workflows using Logic Apps and SOAR capabilities Compliance & Governance * Support compliance initiatives including: * ISO 27001 * SOC 2 * HIPAA * NIST * CIS Controls * Conduct security assessments and audits * Maintain security documentation, standards, and procedures Collaboration & Leadership * Mentor junior engineers and SOC analysts * Collaborate with cross-functional IT and business teams * Participate in security architecture reviews and strategic initiatives, * Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) * Identity & Access Management (IAM) * Cloud Security * Email Security * Vulnerability Management * Security Monitoring Technical Expertise * KQL (Kusto Query Language) * PowerShell scripting * Azure networking and security * Windows security administration * API integrations and automation ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [A practical guide to writing secure Dockerfiles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/109-a-practical-guide-to-writing-secure-dockerfiles) - [From APIs to MCP: Enterprise Governance, Registry, and Controls](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100336-from-apis-to-mcp-enterprise-governance-registry-and-controls) - [Crypto-secure Data Management with In-Database Blockchain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/632-crypto-secure-data-management-with-in-database-blockchain) - [OPA for the cloud natives](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/713-opa-for-the-cloud-natives) - [Say goodbye to building boring APIs with Azure Data API Builder](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1194-say-goodbye-to-building-boring-apis-with-azure-data-api-builder) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Understanding and Mitigating Common Web Vulnerabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/565-understanding-and-mitigating-common-web-vulnerabilities) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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