Remote Principal Microsoft Security Engineer Consultant

Nearshore Cyber; México; A distancia; MXN 200,000 - 400,000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

A US-based cybersecurity services company is seeking a Principal Security Engineer for remote contract work. This role involves leading professional services in Microsoft security technologies and managing incident response. Candidates should have 8+ years of experience and strong consulting skills. Fluency in English is required. This is a part-time role, requiring 10-15 hours per month.

Formación

• 8+ years of experience in Security Architecture/Engineering, Security Operations, and Incident Response.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft security technologies.
• Strong consulting and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and execute Professional Services for Microsoft security technologies.
• Design, configure, and deploy enterprise-grade security systems.
• Support Digital Forensics and Incident Response engagements.

Conocimientos

Security Architecture / Engineering

Security Operations

Incident Response

Microsoft Sentinel

Defender XDR

Defender for Cloud

Azure

Entra ID

Consulting Skills

Communication Skills

Educación

Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert

GCFA

GCIH

CISSP

CEH

OSCP

Descripción del empleo

Remote Principal Microsoft Security Engineer Consultant

Remote Principal Microsoft Security Engineer Consultant 10-15 Hours/Month

Our client, a US-based cybersecurity professional services company, is seeking a Principal Security Engineer to support a professional services team. This is a contract role, open to qualified LATAM-based candidates who can operate remotely and collaborate with the client's U.S. consulting teams. Candidates must be able to pass a background check and language screening as they would be interfacing with the customer directly.

Overview

We’re looking for a senior-level engineer experienced in Microsoft security technologies and capable of leading and executing Professional Services. This role would be designing, configuring, and deploying enterprise-grade security systems and tools. The ideal candidate can also support Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) engagements as needed during active security events.

Key Requirements

• 8+ Years in Security Architecture / Engineering, Security Operations, and Incident Response.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, Defender for Cloud, Azure, and Entra ID.
• Proven ability to configure, deploy, and manage Microsoft security solutions.
• Ability to perform Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) during security events.
• Strong consulting and communication skills with a proactive attitude to continue identifying more service opportunities within a customer account.
• English language fluence -- spoken and written

Certifications (Preferred)

• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert – Top priority
• GCFA or GCIH – Highly preferred
• CISSP, CEH, or OSCP – Nice to have
• Type: Hourly Independent Contractor 10 to 15 hours per month
• Clearance: Not required, but a background check is expected
• We are interested in candidates with strong Microsoft security backgrounds and incident response experience.