Security Engineer

Cricket Wireless LLC.; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP is seeking an experienced information security professional to establish and enforce security controls across its IT environment. You will implement and maintain endpoint protection, investigate alerts, and coordinate remediation with stakeholders.

The role requires hands-on CrowdStrike Falcon experience, EDR/MDR familiarity, and strong knowledge of Microsoft security technologies. A hybrid in-office/remote arrangement is available in California and other offices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Information Technology security experience in a Windows/enterprise environment.
• Hands-on experience with CrowdStrike Falcon for endpoint monitoring, threat detection, and response.
• Experience implementing or monitoring EDR and MDR solutions.
• Knowledge of security monitoring, threat hunting, vulnerability management, and incident response best practices.
• Minimum of 2 years in network security.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• CISSP/GIAC or similar certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Establish, monitor, and enforce security policies, procedures, and controls across the IT environment.
• Implement, administer, and maintain security infrastructure and tools including endpoint protection.
• Investigate security alerts, determine root cause, and coordinate remediation with stakeholders.
• Monitor security risk trends and update policies and tools accordingly.
• Partner with IT and business teams to provide practical security guidance.

Skills

CrowdStrike Falcon

EDR/MDR

Network security

Security monitoring

Communication

Policy & procedures

Hybrid work

Microsoft security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or Cybersecurity

Tools

Microsoft Defender XDR

Defender for Endpoint

Microsoft Sentinel

Entra ID

Purview

Job description

With eleven offices across the United States, 500+ professionals and 350+ business professionals, Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, is a multidisciplinary, integrated national professional services firm known for quality and an extraordinary commitment to clients. The Firm’s groundbreaking approach—bringing together legal services, advocacy and business strategy—differentiates Manatt from its competitors and positions the Firm to provide a distinct and compelling value proposition.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish, monitor, and enforce security policies, procedures, and controls across the firm’s Information Technology environment.
• Implement, administer, and maintain security infrastructure and tools, including endpoint protection, detection and response platforms, vulnerability management solutions, and related security controls.
• Investigate security alerts, determine root cause, and coordinate timely remediation with appropriate stakeholders.
• Monitor security risk trends and recommend updates to policies, practices, and tools to address evolving threats.
• Coordinate additional protective measures, including targeted system scans and follow-up remediation as needed.
• Partner with IT and business teams to provide practical security guidance and support secure technology use.
• Support security awareness initiatives, including employee orientation, training, and ongoing guidance.
• Maintain critical access information and related security records in accordance with firm procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Information Technology security experience in a Microsoft Windows and enterprise environment.
• Hands-on experience with CrowdStrike Falcon, including endpoint monitoring, threat detection, incident investigation, and response.
• Experience implementing, administering, or monitoring Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Managed Detection and Response (MDR) solutions.
• Working knowledge of security monitoring, threat hunting, vulnerability management, and incident response best practices.
• Minimum of 2 years of network security experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain security concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision while contributing effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Reliability and flexibility to work in a hybrid remote and in-office environment as business needs require.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Security technologies, including Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Entra ID, and Microsoft Purview preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field preferred.
• CISSP, GIAC, Microsoft Security, or other relevant cybersecurity certifications are a plus.

The base annual pay range for this role is between $80,000 - $100,000. The base pay to be offered will vary and depend on skills and qualifications, experience, location and will also take into account internal equity. A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered.

EEO/AA EMPLOYER/Veterans/Disabled Manatt is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, physical or mental disability, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex or gender (including gender identity, gender expression, status as a transgender or transsexual individual, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age (over 40), genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, sexual orientation, political activity or affiliation, genetic or and any other protected classes or characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Consistent with the American Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.

This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, is a leading professional services firm, providing integrated legal and consulting services to a global client base. With offices strategically located in California (Los Angeles, Orange County, Palo Alto, San Francisco and Sacramento), New York (New York City and Albany), Chicago, Washington, D.C., and Boston, the firm represents sophisticated clients - including Fortune 500, middle-market and emerging companies - across a range of industry sectors such as health care; financial services; entertainment; digital and technology; and energy, environmental and real estate.

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