Lead Engineer I, Security Engineering

KPMG US; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG US is seeking a Lead Engineer I in Security Engineering in Columbus, OH. This role involves enhancing security tools, collaborating with technology teams, and providing support for security products. The ideal candidate has a strong background in deploying Microsoft Defender and managing security projects with a bachelor's degree preferred.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) plan

Personal Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of recent experience deploying Microsoft Defender.
• Strong understanding of Entra, Intune, Microsoft Defender Security Center.
• Experience with CrowdStrike endpoint protection.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the architecture, engineering, and deployment of security tools.
• Collaborate with technology teams to deliver endpoint security solutions.
• Provide guidance and last-tier support for operations and support teams.

Skills

Deployment and management of Microsoft Defender

Cyber security best practices

Creating dashboards using PowerBI

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

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Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.

KPMG is currently seeking a Lead Engineer I, Security Engineering to join our Digital Nexus technology organization. This is a hybrid work opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the architecture, engineering, and deployment of security tools and security policies; evaluate the current endpoint security architecture and engineering as well as develop action plans to enhance them in accordance with industry best practices and standards
• Contribute to the organization's overall technology plan, ensuring that specific technologies integrate seamlessly with other aspects of the technical infrastructure and ecosystem; collaborate effectively with various technology teams and vendors to deliver comprehensive endpoint security solutions
• Maintain extensive technical and business knowledge of current industry trends and directions; drive delivery of technology and products in the roadmap on time and with the highest quality
• Provide advice, guidance, and direction to execute plans and procedures; ensure adherence to the product development process, performance, and budget targets; give last-tier support for operations and support teams, including root cause analysis and preventive measures; design system configurations, oversee system installations, and define, document, and enforce system standards
• Understand the operations and architecture of security engineering and suggest ways to improve productivity and visibility through automation; collaborate closely with internal End User Computing and Engineering teams to gather requirements and develop/deploy appropriate tools
• Offer training and guidance to other members of the Security Engineering team
  
  

Qualifications:

• Minimum five years of recent experience deploying and managing Microsoft Defender on various endpoints, including servers, workstations, macOS, iOS, and VDI
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred
• Strong understanding of the fundamentals of Entra, Intune, and Microsoft Defender Security Center; knowledge of cyber security best practices and basic principles
• Experience with deploying and monitoring CrowdStrike endpoint protection solutions to ensure real-time security against advanced cyber threats; ability to create dashboards, reports, and data visualizations using PowerBI to analyze security trends, incident patterns, and system vulnerabilities
• Demonstrated experience with developing, documenting, and enforcing security policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices
• Capability to manage multiple security projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to timelines, while balancing day-to-day operational duties; capacity and desire to engage in continuous learning and adapt to new security challenges, while identifying opportunities for improving security posture and operational efficiencies
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
  
  

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KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.

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Seniority level

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Employment type

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