Mid Level Security Engineer - Identity and Endpoint

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IT Cyber Security

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Guidehouse is seeking a mid-level Microsoft Security Engineer to support the design, configuration, deployment, tuning, and day‑to‑day operation of Microsoft 365 security and identity technologies. This role is hands‑on and delivery‑focused, supporting government and regulated‑industry clients.

In addition to operational responsibilities, the engineer will play a key role in transitioning and handing off security operations capabilities to client teams, including documentation, training, and knowledge transfer. The role also provides opportunities to support proposal development and solutioning for new client pursuits.

• Configure, deploy, and operate Microsoft 365 security technologies, including Microsoft Defender (Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, Cloud Apps)
• Microsoft Entra  (Azure AD)
• Conditional Access policies
• Mobile Device Management (Intune)
• Tune security controls, alerts, and policies to balance risk reduction with operational impact.
• Support ongoing security operations, incident triage, and continuous improvement activities.
• Integrate Microsoft security tools into broader client security architectures and operating models.

• Implement and manage Conditional Access policies aligned to Zero Trust principles.
• Support identity lifecycle management, MFA enforcement, and device‑based access controls.
• Configure and maintain mobile and endpoint security policies across enterprise environments.

• Develop documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct training sessions and working sessions with client operations teams.
• Support phased handoff of security operations from Guidehouse to client personnel.
• Ensure clients are enabled to independently sustain and mature their security capabilities.

• Contribute technical content to proposals, whitepapers, and solution architectures.
• Support capture teams by defining tool capabilities, operational approaches, and staffing models.
• Participate in technical solution reviews and proposal color team feedback.

• U.S. citizenship required (public sector client support).
• Bachelor's degree.
• Four (4) – Six (6) years of experience in cybersecurity, cloud security, or identity engineering roles.
• Must have hands‑on post‑graduation work experience with Microsoft 365 security tools, including Defender, Intune, and Entra .
• Experience implementing Conditional Access and identity‑based security controls.
• Understanding of security operations concepts (alerting, tuning, incident response).
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Willingness to support proposal writing and solution development activities.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to work onsite in a Guidehouse Office or Client Office location.

• Preference will be given to candidates residing within 50 miles of an approved Guidehouse Office or Client Office location.
• Master's degree.
• Experience supporting government or highly regulated environments.
• Management consulting experience.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust, NIST frameworks, or enterprise security operating models.
• Experience documenting and transitioning operational capabilities to client teams.
• Exposure to SIEM/SOAR platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel).
• Relevant certifications (or commitment to obtain):
  Microsoft Security (SC-200, SC-300, SC-400)
• Security+ or equivalent.

The annual salary range for this position is $89,000.00-$.

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Sh…