Job Title - Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) & Azure Security Engineer
Location: Remote
We are seeking a skilled Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) & Azure Security Engineer to design, implement, administer, and optimize Microsoft's security solutions across endpoint, server, and cloud environments. The role will be responsible for endpoint protection, threat detection and response, Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) policy management, Microsoft Defender for Servers, and Azure cloud security governance to ensure a secure, compliant, and resilient infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE)
Deploy, configure, and manage Microsoft Defender for Endpoint across enterprise endpoints.
Monitor, investigate, and respond to security alerts, incidents, and threats.
Perform threat hunting, attack disruption, and endpoint remediation.
Manage Attack Surface Reduction (ASR) rules and security baselines.
Configure EDR policies and optimize endpoint security posture.
Produce compliance, vulnerability, and security health reports.
Microsoft Defender for Servers
Deploy and maintain Defender for Servers across Windows and Linux servers.
Onboard and offboard servers into MDE.
Monitor server vulnerabilities and implement remediation actions.
Manage anti-malware, EDR, and server security policies.
Conduct security hardening and compliance assessments.
Collaborate with infrastructure teams on server patching and security improvements.
Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC)
Design and implement WDAC policies.
Manage application allowlisting and code integrity controls.
Troubleshoot application execution and security policy enforcement issues.
Test and deploy WDAC configurations across enterprise environments.
Ensure compliance with security governance and endpoint protection standards.
Azure Cloud Security
Administer Microsoft Defender for Cloud and related Azure security services.
Implement cloud security posture management (CSPM).
Monitor Azure resources for security risks and compliance violations.
Configure security policies, recommendations, and compliance controls.
Secure Azure VMs, storage, networking, Kubernetes, and platform services.
Manage cloud threat detection, vulnerability assessments, and remediation activities.
Support Zero Trust and cloud governance initiatives.
Essential Skills
Technical Skills
Microsoft Security Stack
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE)
Microsoft Defender for Servers
Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Microsoft Defender XDR
Microsoft Sentinel (preferred)
Microsoft Intune / Endpoint Manager
Defender Vulnerability Management
Endpoint Security
Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
Threat Hunting
Attack Surface Reduction (ASR)
Incident Response
Malware Analysis
Security Baselines
WDAC & Application Control
Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC)
Code Integrity Policies
Application Allowlisting
PowerShell-based policy deployment
Windows Security Architecture
Azure Security
Azure Security Center / Defender for Cloud
Azure IAM & RBAC
Azure Policy
Azure Monitor & Log Analytics
Azure Network Security (NSG, Azure Firewall, WAF)
Key Vault Security
Zero Trust Architecture
Operating Systems
Windows Server 2016/2019/2022
Windows 10/11
Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu, SUSE)
Automation & Scripting
PowerShell
Kusto Query Language (KQL)
Azure CLI
ARM/Bicep/Terraform (preferred)
Experience Requirements
5+ years in Cyber Security / Endpoint Security Administration.
3+ years managing Microsoft Defender technologies.
Experience implementing WDAC policies in enterprise environments.
Experience securing Azure workloads and cloud environments.
Strong understanding of security operations, incident response, and threat management.
Experience working in regulated and compliance-driven environments.
Desired Certifications
Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst (SC-200)
Microsoft Certified: Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
Microsoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate (MD-102)
Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300)
CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ (preferred)
Desired Soft Skills
Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Incident management and crisis response experience
Documentation and reporting skills
Ability to work independently and within global security teams
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