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# Systems Security Engineer

- **Company:** Robert Half
- **Location:** San Antonio, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Active Directory, Microsoft Antivirus, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Online Services, Cyber Security, Identity and Access Management, IT Management, Microsoft Security Essentials, Windows Servers, Citrix Systems, Azure Active Directory, User Environment Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Cloud Platform System, Microsoft InTune, CIS Benchmarks
- **Published:** September 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/814DABA456B0409AAC3ACFC4DE695990/job/

## About the Role

* Contribute to audits, risk reviews, and compliance activities associated with regulated financial environments. Requirements * At least 5 years of experience in systems engineering, infrastructure engineering, or information security roles.

 * Practical expertise with Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Defender, Active Directory, and Group Policy in enterprise environments.

 * Strong working knowledge of Windows Server administration and security controls for large-scale environments.

 * Experience applying security baselines, hardening guidelines, and established cybersecurity standards.

 * Background in vulnerability management, endpoint security, identity protection, and incident investigation.

 * Familiarity with Windows 10 administration and broader Microsoft ecosystem tools used in enterprise support.

 * Exposure to technologies such as Dell and Citrix within infrastructure or end-user computing environments is beneficial.

 * Prior experience in banking, financial services, or another highly regulated industry is strongly preferred. Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.®

## Description

* Build, deploy, and support secure infrastructure solutions across both on-premises systems and cloud-based platforms.

 * Manage and enhance Microsoft security and identity tools, including Intune, Entra ID, Defender, Active Directory, and Group Policy, to improve control and visibility.

 * Define and apply security configuration standards that align with recognized benchmarks and enterprise best practices.

 * Drive initiatives related to server hardening, patching, vulnerability resolution, and ongoing configuration oversight.

 * Create and maintain endpoint protection standards and device compliance rules to support a secure user environment.

 * Review security alerts, examine potential threats, and coordinate timely corrective actions with the appropriate teams.

 * Partner with infrastructure, networking, and IT leadership to promote standardized security processes and technology practices.

 * Provide administration and support for core Windows Server services and related enterprise infrastructure components.


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