[Remote] Security Engineer: Red / Blue team (Azure Security, ethical hacker/pentesting, MXDR, SIEM, DLP req); CEH a +

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. KORE1 is a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, and they are seeking a Security Engineer: Red / Blue team. The role is responsible for maintaining and improving the security of the organization's information systems, networks, and data, with key responsibilities including threat hunting, vulnerability assessments, and implementing security measures.

Responsibilities

• Perform active threat hunting, looking for potential attacks rather than just passively waiting for attacks
• Perform red team/blue team exercises to test defenses and improve security operations
• Assists with vulnerability assessments, using provided security tools to identify system vulnerabilities
• Design and implement security controls across cloud and on-premises environments
• Create and maintain security monitoring and alerting solutions
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP): Monitor DLP alerts, investigate incidents, and recommend actions to relevant teams to mitigate data breaches
• Assists in the planning and deployment of the company's cloud information security strategies
• Manage Infrastructure and application security monitoring tools to detect and respond to security incidents in real-time
• Participate in the development and improvement of the company's SDLC processes, ensuring security practices are integrated into all stages of product development
• Responsible for evaluating, influencing, and recommending technology and product direction
• Stay informed on the latest cybersecurity trends, emerging threats, attack techniques, and zero-day vulnerabilities affecting Microsoft environments and other relevant technologies
• On-site or remote regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions of the job
• Perform other business tasks or functions as assigned

Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security or equivalent experience required
• Minimum of six (6) years of hands-on experience in IT with a focus on security
• Hands-on experience in threat hunting required (examples: MITRE ATT&CK, TTPs, Cyber Kill Chain, Diamond Model of Intrusion Analysis, Indicators of Compromise / IOCs, Indicators of Attacks (IOAs), etc.)
• Experience with Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Azure Security Center, and Microsoft 365 security solutions, helping to identify vulnerabilities, mitigate threats, and enhance security postures
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft security solutions
• Comparable tools used to proactively secure Azure environments would be considered in lieu of
• Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
• Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR)
• Azure Security Center & Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager
• Microsoft Intune and Conditional Access Policies
• Strong understanding of security principles and best practice
• Strong knowledge and hands on experience with Data Loss Prevention
• Proficiency in Microsoft security technologies and tools such as Purview Information Protection, Defender for Cloud and Sentinel
• Experience with Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as Outlook
• Adhere to all PHI (Protected Health Information) and HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) guidelines
• Certifications such as OSCP, OSWE, CISSP, CEH, GPEN, AZ-500 (Microsoft Azure Security Engineer), SC-200 (Microsoft Security Operations Analyst), or SC-300 (Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator) are a plus

Company Overview

• KORE1 is a staffing and recruiting company specializing in IT staffing services and information technology solutions. It was founded in 2005, and is headquartered in Irvine, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is http://kore1.com.

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