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Senior Microsoft Security Engineer

Job in Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77246, USA
Listing for: Aprio
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-09
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 150000 - 195000 USD Yearly USD 150000.00 195000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Senior Microsoft Security Engineer

Join a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them.

Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities, and your next big career move with Aprio.

Join Aprio's Risk Advisory and Assurance Services team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Senior Microsoft Security Engineer to join their dynamic team. Ready to do more with your Microsoft security expertise? Join Security Bricks, powered by Aprio, and help organizations across industries navigate complex cybersecurity and compliance landscapes with confidence.

At Security Bricks, we're not just checking boxeswe're securing the future. As a Senior Microsoft Security Engineer, you'll work with cutting-edge Microsoft tools, support high-impact compliance frameworks like FedRAMP and CMMC, and help shape the security posture of both public and private sector organizations.

Why This Role Stands Out
  • Be the go-to Microsoft security expert on a team that values innovation and expertise.
  • Join a recognized leader in government and cloud security (FedRAMP 3

    PAO, CMMC C3

    PAO, Microsoft Government Cloud Partner).
  • Get hands-on with real impact: influence architecture, run demos, lead client solutions, and shape cloud security strategy.
  • Work with forward-thinking professionals in a culture that values learning, agility, and purpose.
What You'll Do
  • Own the technical relationship with clients, from pre-sales to solution implementation.
  • Design, deploy, and support Microsoft security solutions across M365 and Azure, including Entra , Teams, Defender, Intune, Purview, SharePoint, Exchange, Azure Defender for Cloud, Sentinel (KQL, Graph, Power Shell).
  • Develop security strategies aligned with frameworks like CMMC, NIST 800-171, and NIST 800-53.
  • Lead workshops, architecture sessions, and technical demos.
  • Support zero trust, extended detection & response (XDR), and threat modeling initiatives.
  • Help clients achieve and maintain regulatory compliance while improving operational security.
What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • Passion for problem-solving and learning new technologies.
  • Experience supporting or managing cloud security environments.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Hands‑on experience with Microsoft security tools, including Entra /Conditional Access/Privilege Identity Management (PIM)/Just in Time Access (JIT), Microsoft Purview/Data loss Prevention (DLP)/Sensitivity Labels/Data Security Posture management (DSPM), Defender XDR suite of services (Endpoint, Identity, Cloud, Azure services and Threat hunting), Azure Defender for Cloud, Azure Sentinel including KQL queries, Azure Resource Graph, Microsoft Graph, and Power Shell.
  • Understanding of core cybersecurity principles: zero trust, privileged access, APT threats, credential theft, and just‑in‑time administration.
Certifications (Required At Least
2):
  • AZ-500
  • AZ-305
  • SC-100
  • SC-200
  • SC-300
  • SC-401
  • Note:

    Active certifications are required for consideration

$150,000 - $195,000 a year

The salary range for this opportunity is stated above. As such, an actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of the range, and in certain circumstances, may wind up being outside of the listed salary range.

The application window is anticipated to close on August 11, 2025, and may be extended as needed.

Why work for Aprio:

Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.

Perks/Benefits we offer for full‑time team members:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
  • Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
  • 401k with Profit Sharing
  • 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
  • Par…
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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