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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Security Operations Engineer - **Company:** Global Change Management Inc - **Location:** Cary, NC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Antivirus Softwares, Application Firewall, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, Business Process Modeling, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Networks, Linux, Network Address Translation, Monitoring of Systems, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Microsoft Security Essentials, Microsoft Software, Network Forensics, Network Monitoring, Routing, Windows PowerShell, Ansible, Network Routing, Scripting, Firewalls (Computer Science), Os Ticket, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Graphql, ArcSight Event Correlation, Software Version Control, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/security-operations-engineer-cary-nc--1b14da12-1bf2-4bb7-ab2d-31f5a0770283 ## About the Role Security Operations Engineer needs 5 years equivalent work experience, required. Security Operations Engineer requires: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or Computer Science, or 5 years equivalent work experience, required. Zscaler, Palo Alto, Panorama, MS Defender, Azure and AWS Security components, Microsoft Security and Compliance tools, strongly preferred. Experience in security event correlation, tools, and practices, required. Hands on experience on monitoring Tools such as Solarwinds Working Knowledge on ITSM process, such as change management, Ticket resolution, Identifying & Implementing automation Ideas, and revision control. Can do attitude is required, must be eager to learn and leverage all available resources. Knowledge of various operating systems like Windows and Linux, preferred. Automation tool or scripting experience, such as Ansible, Python, PowerShell, preferred., Amazon Web Services (AWS), Ansible, Antivirus, Application Programming Interface (API), Automation, Change Management, Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Computer Security, Environmental Impact, Event Correlation, Firewall Administration, Firewalls, Hardware Upgrades, IPsec (IP Security), IT Service Management (ITSM), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Intrusion Detection and Prevention (IDP), Intrusion Prevention Systems, Linux Operating System, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Azure, Microsoft Windows Operating System, NAT (Network Address Translation), Network Monitoring, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Traffic Analysis, Operating Systems, Operations Processes, Process Development, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Regulatory Requirements, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Compliance, Security Infrastructure, Security Monitoring, Security Scanners, Software Upgrades, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Systems Administration/Management, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Vulnerability Scanners, Windows PowerShell ## Description Design, configure, implement, and maintain security platforms and their associated software, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/intrusion prevention, Antivirus solutions, vulnerability scanners, and security groups. Configure and manage Microsoft Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) to detect, investigate, and respond to advanced threats and attacks. Implement and maintain Microsoft Azure Security Center to monitor and protect Azure cloud environments. Utilize Microsoft Cloud App Security to gain visibility and control over cloud applications and services. Utilize Microsoft Security Compliance Manager to ensure adherence to security policies, standards, and regulatory requirements. Utilize Microsoft Security Graph API and PowerShell scripting to automate security operations and streamline processes. Strong Knowledge on IPSEC VPN configuration, NAT,PAT, HA configuration Troubleshoot & Fix day to day Network Issues related to Security Policies, Routing & Operations of Firewall Maintain and upgrade firewall hardware and software to guarantee maximum performance. Monitor and analyze network traffic for threats. 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