Mid Level Security Engineer - Identity and Endpoint

## Mid Level Security Engineer
- Identity and Endpoint Apply locations:
US - GA, Atlanta:
US
- Remote (Any location) time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
38240
** Job Family:
** IT Cyber Security
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* Travel Required:

** Up to 10%
*
* Clearance Required:

** None
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* What You Will Do:

** 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  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.
** Microsoft Security Engineering & Operations
*** 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.
** Identity, Access, and Mobility
*** 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.
** Client Transition & Knowledge Transfer
*** 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.
** Proposal & Growth Support
*** 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.
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* What You Will Need:

*** 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
** What Would Be Nice To Have:
*** Preference will be given to candidate 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### #LI-DNIThe annual salary range for this position is $89,000.00-$. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and…