Cyber Security Engineer III (Azure Security & SOC Operations) | Fourways Consulting | Michigan, USA

Fourways Consulting; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fourways Consulting is seeking a highly experienced Cyber Security Engineer III to strengthen enterprise security operations, cloud security governance, and incident response capabilities in Michigan, USA. The role emphasizes Azure Security, Defender, and Sentinel, with remote work preferred and occasional onsite visits.

You will lead security controls, threat detection, vulnerability remediation, and IAM/PAM governance while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to enhance the

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Azure Security and cloud security architecture.
• Hands‑on expertise with Microsoft Defender security solutions.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Sentinel SIEM administration and monitoring.
• Strong knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM) frameworks.
• Experience implementing and supporting Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions.
• Background in SIEM operations, event correlation, and threat detection.
• Expertise in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) technologies.
• Strong understanding of network security concepts and controls.
• Proven experience in incident response, threat analysis, and remediation.
• Experience in vulnerability management and security risk assessment.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise cybersecurity controls and security architectures.
• Monitor and manage cloud security environments within Microsoft Azure.
• Administer and optimize Microsoft Defender security solutions across endpoints and servers.
• Configure, manage, and enhance Microsoft Sentinel SIEM capabilities.
• Investigate cybersecurity incidents and lead incident response activities.
• Monitor security events, identify threats, and perform threat hunting activities.
• Implement and manage Identity and Access Management (IAM) controls.
• Support Privileged Access Management (PAM) initiatives and privileged account governance.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation efforts.
• Analyze security risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to improve security posture.
• Develop security documentation, procedures, and technical reports.

Skills

Azure Security

Security architecture

Incident response

Threat hunting

Vulnerability management

IAM/PAM

SIEM operations

Network security

Communication & stakeholder management

Tools

Microsoft Defender

Microsoft Sentinel

Azure Security Center

PAM solutions

IAM

Job description

Job Title: Cyber Security Engineer III (Azure Security & SOC Operations) | Fourways Consulting | Michigan, USA

Recruiting Company: Fourways Consulting

Job Location: Michigan, USA (Primarily Remote with Occasional Onsite Visits)

Job Type: Contract (3–6 Months, Extension Possible)

Additional Info: Senior-level cybersecurity role; extension beyond initial contract possible

Position Summary

Fourways Consulting is seeking a highly experienced Cyber Security Engineer III to strengthen enterprise security operations, cloud security governance, and incident response capabilities. This role is critical in protecting business‑critical systems through proactive threat detection, security monitoring, vulnerability management, and security architecture improvements.

Detailed Job Description

As a Cyber Security Engineer III, you will be responsible for securing enterprise infrastructure across cloud, network, endpoint, and identity domains. You will leverage Microsoft security technologies and industry‑leading cybersecurity practices to detect, investigate, and respond to security threats while strengthening the organization’s overall security posture. The role requires extensive experience in Azure Security, Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, IAM/PAM, SIEM operations, and incident response. You will work closely with security, infrastructure, and compliance teams to implement security controls, investigate complex incidents, and drive vulnerability remediation initiatives. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a mature cybersecurity program supporting mission‑critical business environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise cybersecurity controls and security architectures
• Monitor and manage cloud security environments within Microsoft Azure
• Administer and optimize Microsoft Defender security solutions across endpoints and servers
• Configure, manage, and enhance Microsoft Sentinel SIEM capabilities
• Investigate cybersecurity incidents and lead incident response activities
• Monitor security events, identify threats, and perform threat hunting activities
• Implement and manage Identity and Access Management (IAM) controls
• Support Privileged Access Management (PAM) initiatives and privileged account governance
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation efforts
• Analyze security risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to improve security posture
• Develop security documentation, procedures, and technical reports

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Strong experience in Azure Security and cloud security architecture
• Hands‑on expertise with Microsoft Defender security solutions
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Sentinel SIEM administration and monitoring
• Strong knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM) frameworks
• Experience implementing and supporting Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions
• Background in SIEM operations, event correlation, and threat detection
• Expertise in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) technologies
• Strong understanding of network security concepts and controls
• Proven experience in incident response, threat analysis, and remediation
• Experience in vulnerability management and security risk assessment
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• Microsoft Security certifications (SC-200, SC-300, SC-100, AZ-500)
• Experience with Zero Trust security architectures
• Knowledge of SOAR platforms and security automation
• Experience in regulated industries such as banking, healthcare, or government
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, or SOC 2

Recruitment Pro Tip

For senior cybersecurity positions, demonstrate measurable security outcomes on your CV—such as reduced incident response times, successful threat containment activities, cloud security implementations, vulnerability reduction metrics, or large‑scale SIEM deployments—to showcase the business impact of your security expertise.