[Hiring] IT System Security Engineer @Acra Lending

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced Systems Security Engineer with a strong background in enterprise security engineering and cloud security architecture. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience implementing and managing security technologies across modern infrastructure, including:

• Microsoft 365 security platforms
• Identity and access management solutions
• Endpoint security
• Network security controls

This role requires a deep understanding of security monitoring, threat detection, and security best practices across cloud and hybrid environments. The Systems Security Engineer will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure systems and infrastructure to protect organizational assets and maintain a strong cybersecurity posture.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain security monitoring solutions across enterprise environments.
• Implement and optimize Microsoft Security tools, including but not limited to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365, Sentinel, Microsoft Purview, and Entra ID Protection.
• Manage and enhance SIEM platforms to detect, analyze, and respond to security threats effectively.
• Monitor and analyze system and network activity for security incidents, vulnerabilities, and performance issues.
• Develop and refine incident response processes, ensuring swift detection and mitigation of security events.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to harden system configurations, enforce security policies, and improve overall security posture.
• Conduct security assessments, penetration tests, and risk analyses to identify and mitigate security gaps.
• Automate security workflows and incident response procedures using scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python, or Azure Logic Apps).

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Security solutions, including Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Entra ID Protection.
• Expertise in SIEM technologies (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, or similar).
• Strong understanding of security monitoring, application monitoring, and network monitoring methodologies.
• Proficiency in Windows Server, Active Directory, and Azure security principles.
• Knowledge of firewall configurations, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), endpoint detection & response (EDR), and network security.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC.
• Knowledge of Infrastructure security implementation and monitoring, DevSecOps principles, and cloud-native security tools.
• Familiarity with log aggregation, anomaly detection, and behavioral analytics.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in systems engineering with a focus on security.
• Experience in threat hunting, security incident investigation, and forensic analysis.
• Experience working in environments compliant with HIPAA, GDPR, PCI-DSS, or SOX.
• Experience and knowledge of deploying, configuration and management of Microsoft Cloud and Security Stack, including but not limited to: Azure AD, Entra, Defender, Intune, Sentinel / Threat Protection, Email & Data Protection, Compliance and Governance and Network – Application Security.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, wellness programs
• EAP counseling services
• FSA & HSA
• Company sponsored life insurance for employee
• Voluntary life insurance for employee, spouse and child
• AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary short-term and long-term disability
• Critical illness insurance
• Accident insurance
• Legal assistance
• Pet insurance
• Living will and trust preparation discounts
• Commuter program
• Annual walking challenge
• Employee appreciation events
• Monthly sales awards