Microsoft Security Consultant

OpenKrill; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Quisitive is seeking an Azure Security Consultant for a remote role based in the continental US. You’ll design, implement, and optimize Microsoft security solutions across cloud, identity, endpoint, and data protection platforms, working directly with clients to deliver secure Microsoft outcomes.

The role emphasizes hands-on execution, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and travel as needed to meet client engagements.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of Azure security engineering experience
• Experience implementing and managing Microsoft security controls and monitoring solutions
• Hands-on with Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, MFA, SSPR
• Experience with Defender suites: Defender for Microsoft 365/Endpoint/Identity/Cloud

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients to understand security challenges, 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 Defender solutions across identity, endpoint, email, and Microsoft 365 environments
• Assist with security posture improvements using Microsoft security best practices
• Support endpoint protection, compliance and device management with Intune and Endpoint Manager
• Configure and support Microsoft Purview for information protection, governance, and compliance
• Leverage Azure Log Analytics and security insights to monitor and improve environments
• Develop and maintain PowerShell automation to improve efficiency and consistency
• Collaborate with architects, consultants, and customer stakeholders throughout project delivery

Skills

Azure security engineering

Client facing

Communication

Time management

Travel flexibility

Education

Microsoft security certifications

Tools

PowerShell

Azure Monitor

Kusto (KQL)

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.