Mid Level Security Engineer – Identity and Endpoint

Guidehouse; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Guidehouse is looking for a mid-level Microsoft Security Engineer based in Atlanta, Georgia. This role focuses on designing and implementing Microsoft 365 security solutions, including Defender and Intune. Responsibilities include configuring security technologies and conducting training for client teams.

The qualified candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and four to six years of relevant experience in cybersecurity or identity engineering. An attractive annual salary ranging between $89,000 and $148,000 is offered, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Four to six years of experience in cybersecurity, cloud security, or identity engineering roles.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 security tools including Defender, Intune, and Entra ID.
• Experience implementing Conditional Access and identity-based security controls.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and configuration of Microsoft 365 security technologies.
• Conduct training sessions and hand off security operations capabilities to client teams.
• Contribute technical content to proposals and solution architectures.

Skills

Microsoft 365 security tools

Cybersecurity

Identity engineering

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Defender

Intune

Microsoft Entra ID

Job description

Job Family

IT Cyber Security

Travel Required

Up to 10%

Clearance Required

None

What You Will Do

Guidehouse is seeking a mid-level Microsoft Security Engineer to support the design, configuration, deployment, tuning, and day-to-day operation of Microsoft 365 security and identity technologies. This role is hands‑on and delivery‑focused, supporting government and regulated‑industry clients.

In addition to operational responsibilities, the engineer will play a key role in transitioning and handing off security operations capabilities to client teams, including documentation, training, and knowledge transfer. The role also provides opportunities to support proposal development and solutioning for new client pursuits.

Microsoft Security Engineering & Operations

• Configure, deploy, and operate Microsoft 365 security technologies, including:
• Microsoft Defender (Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, Cloud Apps)
• Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
• Conditional Access policies
• Mobile Device Management (Intune)
• Tune security controls, alerts, and policies to balance risk reduction with operational impact.
• Support ongoing security operations, incident triage, and continuous improvement activities.
• Integrate Microsoft security tools into broader client security architectures and operating models.

Identity, Access, and Mobility

• Implement and manage Conditional Access policies aligned to Zero Trust principles.
• Support identity lifecycle management, MFA enforcement, and device‑based access controls.
• Configure and maintain mobile and endpoint security policies across enterprise environments.

Client Transition & Knowledge Transfer

• Develop documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct training sessions and working sessions with client operations teams.
• Support phased handoff of security operations from Guidehouse to client personnel.
• Ensure clients are enabled to independently sustain and mature their security capabilities.

Proposal & Growth Support

• Contribute technical content to proposals, whitepapers, and solution architectures.
• Support capture teams by defining tool capabilities, operational approaches, and staffing models.
• Participate in technical solution reviews and proposal color team feedback.

What You Will Need

• U.S. citizenship required (public sector client support).
• Bachelor's degree.
• Four (4) – Six (6) years of experience in cybersecurity, cloud security, or identity engineering roles.
• Must have hands‑on post‑graduation work experience with Microsoft 365 security tools, including Defender, Intune, and Entra ID.
• Experience implementing Conditional Access and identity‑based security controls.
• Understanding of security operations concepts (alerting, tuning, incident response).
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Willingness to support proposal writing and solution development activities.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to work onsite in a Guidehouse Office or Client Office location.

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Preference will be given to candidate residing within 50 miles of an approved Guidehouse Office or Client Office location.
• Master's degree.
• Experience supporting government or highly regulated environments.
• Management consulting experience.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust, NIST frameworks, or enterprise security operating models.
• Experience documenting and transitioning operational capabilities to client teams.
• Exposure to SIEM/SOAR platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel).
• Relevant certifications (or commitment to obtain):
• Microsoft Security (SC‑200, SC‑300, SC‑400)
• Security+ or equivalent

The annual salary range for this position is $89,000.00-$148,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan