Microsoft Security Consultant

quisitivejobs; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Quisitive is seeking an Azure Security Consultant to design, implement, and optimize Microsoft security solutions for clients across cloud, identity, and data protection. This hands-on, remote role involves collaborating with clients and fellow consultants to solve complex security challenges and deliver measurable improvements.

You'll configure Entra ID, Conditional Access and MFA, deploy Defender suites, and leverage Azure Log Analytics.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of Azure security engineering experience.
• Experience implementing Microsoft security controls and monitoring solutions.
• Hands-on with Entra ID, Conditional Access, MFA, and SSPR.
• Experience Defender suites (365, Endpoint, Identity, Cloud CSPM).
• Knowledge of Purview and information protection basics.
• Strong communication and client-facing consulting skills.
• Ability to translate business needs into practical security solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize Microsoft security solutions across cloud, identity, endpoint, and data protection.
• Collaborate with clients and Quisitive teams to define security controls and improvements.
• Configure Entra ID governance, PIM strategies, and access controls.
• Deploy Defender security solutions across Microsoft 365 environments.
• Develop PowerShell automation to streamline security operations.
• Monitor environments using Azure Log Analytics and security insights.

Skills

Azure security engineering

Identity and access management

Microsoft Defender

PowerShell scripting

Client-facing consulting

Tools

Microsoft Entra ID

Defender for Microsoft 365

Defender for Endpoint

Defender for Cloud / CSPM

Azure Log Analytics

Kusto Query Language (KQL)

Microsoft Purview

Intune / Endpoint Manager

Job description

As one of Microsoft's most recognized global partners, Quisitive sits at the forefront of cloud transformation, enterprise data strategy, cybersecurity, and the emerging frontier of agentic AI. Here, consultants and technologists operate on the edge of innovation-supported by a culture that values craftsmanship, open collaboration, and technical expertise. If you're looking for a place where you can innovate, solve complex problems, and build solutions that make a measurable impact, join us.

As an Azure Security Consultant, you'll work with clients and fellow Quisitive consultants to design, implement, and optimize Microsoft security solutions across cloud, identity, endpoint, and data protection platforms. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, working directly with clients, and building secure Microsoft solutions.

This is a remote position and can be based anywhere in the continental US.

What You'll Do

• Partner with clients to understand security challenges, business objectives, and compliance requirements
• Configure and support Microsoft Entra ID, identity governance, and privileged access solutions
• Design and implement Conditional Access and Privileged Identity Management (PIM) strategies
• Deploy and optimize Microsoft Defender security solutions across identity, endpoint, email, and Microsoft 365 environments
• Assist organizations with security posture improvements using Microsoft security best practices
• Support endpoint protection, compliance, and device management initiatives through Microsoft Intune and Endpoint Manager
• Configure and support Microsoft Purview solutions for information protection, governance, and compliance
• Leverage Azure Log Analytics and security insights to monitor, investigate, and improve customer environments
• Develop and maintain PowerShell automation to improve efficiency and consistency
• Collaborate with architects, consultants, and customer stakeholders throughout project delivery

What You'll Bring

Required experience

We're seeking someone who is passionate about technology, enjoys working with customers, and thrives in a collaborative consulting environment.

• 2-5 years of experience in Azure security engineering, including configuring security controls, monitoring environments, and responding to incidents
• Experience implementing and managing Microsoft security controls, monitoring solutions, and security best practices
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Entra ID, identity governance, Conditional Access, MFA, and self-service password reset (SSPR)
• Experience implementing and utilizing Microsoft Defender solutions, including Defender for Microsoft 365, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity, and Defender for Cloud and Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)
• General understanding of Purview
• Strong communication and consulting skills with the ability to engage directly with customers
• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into practical technical solutions
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience working in customer-facing consulting engagements
• Ability to travel occasionally as required

Desired Experience

• Experience working for a Microsoft-focused consulting or systems integration organization
• Knowledge of Exchange Online, Active Directory, and hybrid identity environments
• Experience with Microsoft Sentinel
• PowerShell, Azure Automation, and Kusto Query Language (KQL)
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Microsoft Information Protection (MIP) solutions
• Network security experience
• Microsoft security certifications such as SC-100, SC-200, SC-300, SC-400, or AZ-500

US Citizens and Green Card holders authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

About Quisitive

With significant growth since 2016, Quisitive is rapidly progressing our vision of becoming the leading global Microsoft partner as we continue to expand across the United States, Canada and India. With a diversified delivery model that includes both nearshore and offshore capabilities, our team of Microsoft experts delivers cloud solutions, artificial intelligence and business applications that transform our clients' businesses and achieve remarkable business outcomes.