Microsoft Security Integration Engineer

SecureOps Inc.; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid vacation starting in the first yr

Paid sick days and personal days

Group insurance (health, dental and 生命

RRSP Matching Program

Exercise Subsidy (Gym, Sports, Well‑n 

Transportation Subsidy

Home Office Essentials Subsidy

Udemy training access

Job summary

SecureOps Inc. in Montreal, QC, is seeking a Microsoft Integration Engineer to secure and optimize our Microsoft E5/E7 environment, including Defender, Sentinel, and Purview.

You will implement security configurations, ensure architectural integrity, and drive proactive threat mitigation. The role combines hands-on engineering with system administration, requires 5+ years in security or admin roles, and may count MS-500 or related certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in system administration or security engineering (exceptional candidates with 3-4 years and relevant Microsoft certifications, such as MS‑500 or SC‑series, may be considered).
• Reference to verify at least one mandate acting in a consulting and/or advisory capacity.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deploy security features across the Microsoft E5/E7 stacks, including Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Purview.
• Perform hands-on implementation and fine-tuning of security configurations and policies to address evolving threat vectors.
• Provide ongoing system administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting for Microsoft security services to ensure high availability and compliance.
• Ensure architectural integrity and operational health of the Microsoft security ecosystem.
• Collaborate closely with security operations and compliance teams to align configurations with organizational security policies and global standards.
• Develop and maintain documentation regarding architectural design, configuration standards, and incident response procedures related to the MS stack.

Skills

Microsoft E5/E7 security

Endpoint protection

Identity management

Threat intelligence integration

Microsoft 365 security

Security automation

Education

MS-500

SC-series certifications

Tools

KQL (Kusto)

SIEM / SOAR

Job description

Microsoft Integration Engineer

About SecureOps

SecureOps is a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) delivering 24/7 security operations, managed detection and response (MDR), and SOC‑as‑a‑Service to enterprise clients. Our ability to deliver best‑in‑class managed security depends on the strength of our relationships with leading technology vendors. We partner with companies like Fortinet and Microsoft to access the tools, programs, and support that power our services and set us apart in the market.

Role Overview

SecureOps is seeking a skilled Microsoft Integration Engineer with a strong security focus to manage and deploy security features within our Microsoft E5/E7 environment. This role combines hands‑on technical implementation with traditional system administration, ensuring our Microsoft security stack is robust and effectively configured. You will be responsible for the architectural integrity and operational health of our Microsoft security ecosystem, ensuring seamless integration and proactive threat mitigation.

Key Responsibilities

Security Architecture & Implementation

• Manage and deploy security features across the Microsoft E5/E7 stacks, including Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Purview.
• Perform hands‑on implementation and fine‑tuning of security configurations and policies to address evolving threat vectors.

System Administration & Maintenance

• Provide ongoing system administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting for Microsoft security services to ensure high availability and compliance.
• Ensure architectural integrity and operational health of the Microsoft security ecosystem.

Collaboration & Strategy

• Collaborate closely with security operations and compliance teams to align configurations with organizational security policies and global standards.
• Develop and maintain documentation regarding architectural design, configuration standards, and incident response procedures related to the MS stack.

Qualifying Skills & Requirements

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in system administration or security engineering (exceptional candidates with 3-4 years and relevant Microsoft certifications, such as MS‑500 or SC‑series, may be considered).
• Reference to verify at least one mandate acting in a consulting and/or advisory capacity.

Technical Background

• Deep proficiency with Microsoft E5/E7 security features, specifically endpoint protection, identity management, and threat intelligence integration.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft 365 administration practices, with a focus on security hardening and governance.
• Demonstrated ability to translate security requirements into technical configurations and automated workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience working in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or other dedicated cybersecurity roles, particularly in environments leveraging SIEM/SOAR.
• Experience with Kusto Query Language (KQL) for threat hunting and report generation.
• Relevant industry certifications beyond Microsoft (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GSEC).

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Professionalism and courteous manner.
• High level of confidentiality.
• Teamwork and collaborative mindset.
• High level of responsibility and strong work ethic.

Compensation & Benefits / Rémunération et avantages

• Competitive salary.
• Paid vacation starting in the first year.
• Paid sick days and personal days.
• Comprehensive group insurance (health, dental and life insurance).
• RRSP Matching Program.
• Exercise Subsidy (Gym, Sports, Wellness, etc.).
• Transportation Subsidy.
• Home Office Essentials Subsidy.
• Access to Udemy web‑based training.

SecureOps is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.