EDAT- Journeyman Cyber Security Engineer (Microsoft) – Zero Trust- Tampa, FL
Barbaricumabout 4 hours ago
Tampa, FL, USAMid Level / Senior
Responsibilities
- Support the implementation, configuration, and maintenance of Microsoft security technologies within the Zero Trust architecture.
- Assist with deployment and administration of Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Entra ID, Logic Apps, and related Microsoft security services.
- Configure and tune analytics rules, workbooks, dashboards, alerts, and automation workflows to improve threat detection and response.
- Support User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) capabilities using Microsoft security platforms.
- Assist with integrating security telemetry from Microsoft and third-party enterprise systems.
- Collaborate with ISSOs, cybersecurity engineers, system administrators, and government stakeholders supporting the Zero Trust initiative.
- Support RMF activities, including documentation updates, implementation of security controls, and maintenance of Authorization to Operate (ATO) artifacts.
- Assist with vulnerability assessments, system hardening, and implementation of DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
- Troubleshoot Microsoft security platform issues and assist with resolving operational challenges.
- Participate in cybersecurity investigations, incident response, and security monitoring activities.
- Document engineering procedures, technical configurations, and operational processes.
- Recommend improvements to security monitoring, automation, and enterprise cybersecurity processes.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives while following cybersecurity best practices.
Requirements
- Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI).
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field; or an additional four years of relevant experience may be substituted for a degree.
- Three or more years of experience supporting enterprise cybersecurity, Microsoft security platforms, or systems engineering.
- Experience administering or supporting Microsoft enterprise security solutions.
- Experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Logic Apps, or Microsoft Behavior Analytics.
- Experience supporting SIEM, SOAR, UEBA, or security monitoring operations.
- Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Familiarity with enterprise identity, endpoint, cloud, and security architectures.
- Experience supporting RMF documentation or cybersecurity compliance activities.
- Knowledge of DISA STIG implementation and cybersecurity best practices.
- DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+, CySA+, CCNA Security, or equivalent) with the ability to obtain IAT Level III within an approved timeframe if required.