Security Systems Engineer

Palmetto Technology Group (PTG); Greenville (SC); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k match

Unlimited vacation

Paid sick time

Holiday time

Education reimbursement

Learning & development

Volunteer time

Job summary

Courser seeks a proactive Security Systems Engineer to lead Microsoft 365 security operations and cloud security engineering. This hybrid role focuses on 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, IAM, and vulnerability management across internal and customer-facing environments.

Bridging systems administration and security engineering, you’ll influence security-by-design, incident response, and governance while collaborating with a national team to deliver secure, reliable services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in information security, CS, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in systems administration and security engineering.
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure (AVD focus optional), and network security.
• Familiarity with NIST, CIS, or SOC 2 frameworks.
• Strong communication skills bridging technical requirements with business needs.
• Preferred certifications: AZ-104, AZ-500, SC-300, and/or Security+.

Responsibilities

• Infrastructure & Systems Administration: Manage Microsoft 365 tenants (Entra ID, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams) and Azure Virtual Desktop deployments.
• Security Engineering & Response: Embed security-by-design across firewalls, VPNs, and cloud environments; manage IAM/MFA and incident response.
• Governance & Support: Support SOC 2/HIPAA/NIST compliance; serve as SME and tier-3 escalation point.

Skills

Security engineering

Cloud security

Strong communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security or Computer Science or related field

5+ years in systems administration & security engineering

Tools

Microsoft 365

Azure

Entra ID

Intune

AVD

Job description

About Courser Courser accelerates the growth of IT service provider companies. We forge dynamic partnerships, leveraging our values of Teamwork, Service, Growth-Mindedness, Trust, and Innovation to deliver impactful solutions and phenomenal customer experiences. If you thrive in a fast-paced IT environment, join our rapidly expanding team and contribute to our ongoing success.

About Courser Courser accelerates the growth of IT service provider companies. We forge dynamic partnerships, leveraging our values of Teamwork, Service, Growth-Mindedness, Trust, and Innovation to deliver impactful solutions and phenomenal customer experiences. If you thrive in a fast-paced IT environment, join our rapidly expanding team and contribute to our ongoing success.

Security Systems Engineer

We are seeking a proactive Security Systems Engineer to serve as a technical lead for Courser’s core Microsoft 365 environment and security operations. This hybrid role is responsible for the administration and security of our internal and customer-facing environments, with a heavy emphasis on Microsoft 365, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), and cloud security operations. You will bridge the gap between systems administration and security engineering to ensure our environments are functional, performant, and secure by design.

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure & Systems Administration:

• M365 & Azure Management: Serve as the primary administrator for Microsoft 365 tenants, including Entra ID, Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams
• AVD & Virtualization: Design, deploy, and maintain Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments to support remote work and application delivery
• Endpoint Management: Utilize Microsoft Intune/RMM for device enrollment, automated patching, and compliance enforcement

Security Engineering & Response:

• Security-by-Design: Partner with other teams to embed security principles into all systems, including firewalls, VPNs, and cloud environments
• Identity & Access: Implement and manage IAM, MFA, and privileged access controls to protect sensitive data
• Threat & Incident Management: Monitor threats and assist in incident response efforts, including containment and root-cause analysis
• Vulnerability Management: Perform regular assessments and coordinate the remediation of vulnerabilities across the infrastructure

Governance & Support:

• Compliance Support: Maintain documentation and controls to support initiatives such as SOC 2, HIPAA, and NIST
• Technical Escalation: Serve as a subject-matter expert and tier-3 escalation point for service delivery and local leadership

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in systems administration and security engineering, ideally within an MSP or enterprise environment.
• Technical Depth: Deep knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure (AVD focus optional), and Network Security.
• Security Knowledge: Familiarity with NIST, CIS, or SOC 2 frameworks.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication skills with the ability to bridge technical requirements with business needs.
• Preferred Certifications: AZ-104, AZ-500, SC-300, and/or Security+.

Why you’ll love working here

At Courser, we prioritize the personal and professional development of our employees. We offer best-in-class training, mentorship, and clear self-promotion paths to help you grow. We foster a culture of innovation and encourage challenging the status quo. With teams located across the country, we leverage a wealth of knowledge and a collaborative spirit, eager to share and grow together.

Benefit Highlights

• Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401k match
• Unlimited vacation time*
• Paid sick time
• 10 Holidays including your Birthday and a Floating Holiday!
• Healthy Lifestyle reimbursement
• Amazon Prime reimbursement
• 40 Hours for Volunteer Time
• Paid parental leave
• Reimbursement for ongoing education and certifications
• Learning and development programs
• Unlimited vacation time after completing one full year of employment. For the first year of employment, full-time team members are provided 10 vacation days

Courser is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, caregiver status, veteran status, uniformed service member status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.