Senior Endpoint Security Engineer

costar; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Endpoint Security Engineer to lead the deployment of Microsoft Defender solutions. This role involves designing and managing security measures to protect the enterprise infrastructure while collaborating with various departments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Microsoft Defender tooling and a passion for learning new technologies. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and offers generous compensation along with numerous benefits, including comprehensive healthcare coverage and professional growth opportunities. This is a fantastic chance to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organization.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(K) retirement plan with matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

On-site fitness center

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Commuter and parking benefits

Mental health counseling services

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Employee Resource Groups

Complimentary gourmet coffee and healthy snacks

Qualifications

• 5+ years in engineering with 3+ years in security roles.
• Expertise in Microsoft Defender tooling and security incident response.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage Microsoft Defender solutions against cyber threats.
• Participate in security incident response activities and enhance security posture.

Skills

Microsoft Defender tooling

Security incident response

Scripting and automation (Terraform, Perl, Python, PowerShell)

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

Windows Defender Application Control

Microsoft Defender Firewall

Job description

Senior Endpoint Security Engineer

Job Description

Overview

CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Cybersecurity Engineer with expertise in the deployment and operations of the Microsoft Defender suite of tooling. You will engage with all departments of CoStar Group helping drive and shape the way we manage the protection of our enterprise infrastructure. We’re looking for someone who can communicate and reinforce security concepts to technical and non-technical team members.

The ideal candidate will have deep experience operating Microsoft Defender tooling – including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Defender XDR, Defender for Identity, Defender for Cloud Apps, Defender Vulnerability Management, Application Control (WDAC), Firewall, SmartScreen, Antivirus, etc. The successful candidate will be intrinsically motivated to learn new technologies and tools to move security forward as it is implemented within the CoStar Enterprise.

This position is located in Arlington, VA or Richmond, VA and is in office Monday through Thursday and work from home on Friday.

Responsibilities

1. Microsoft Defender Deployment:
   1. Design, implement, and manage Microsoft Defender solutions to protect against various cyber threats.
   2. Ensure proper configuration and deployment of Microsoft Defender for endpoint protection.
   3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Microsoft Defender into the overall security framework.
   4. Configure and manage the Microsoft Defender Firewall to protect network traffic and prevent unauthorized access.
   5. Utilize SmartScreen to enhance protection against phishing and malicious websites.
2. USB Restrictions:
   1. Develop and enforce USB restriction policies to mitigate the risks associated with unauthorized external devices.
   2. Implement and manage controls to monitor and regulate USB device usage across the organization.
3. Windows Defender Application Control:
   1. Deploy and maintain Windows Defender Application Control solutions to enhance application security.
   2. Define and enforce application control policies to prevent unauthorized applications and code execution.
4. Security Incident Response:
   1. Participate in security incident response activities, leveraging Microsoft Defender capabilities to detect, investigate, and remediate security incidents.
   2. Collaborate with incident response teams to enhance the organization's overall security posture.
5. Documentation and Reporting:
   1. Create comprehensive documentation for implemented security solutions, including configuration details, best practices, and troubleshooting guides.
   2. Generate regular reports on the status of Microsoft Defender deployments, USB restrictions, and Windows Defender application control effectiveness.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required from an accredited university or college (preferably in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or a related field)
• A track record of commitment to prior employers
• 5+ years total experience in engineering, including a minimum of 3 years in Security specific roles
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Defender tooling

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Experience operating tools in a hybrid environment with a mix of on-premise and cloud technologies
• Knowledge of industry compliance standards and regulations.
• Scripting and automation skills (Terraform, Perl, Python, PowerShell) for security-related tasks.

What’s in it for You

When you join CoStar Group, you’ll experience a collaborative and innovative culture working alongside the best and brightest to empower our people and customers to succeed.

We offer you generous compensation and performance-based incentives. CoStar Group also invests in your professional and academic growth with internal training, tuition reimbursement, and an inter-office exchange program.

Our benefits package includes (but is not limited to):

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical / Vision / Dental / Prescription Drug
• Life, legal, and supplementary insurance
• Virtual and in-person mental health counseling services for individuals and family
• Commuter and parking benefits
• 401(K) retirement plan with matching contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• On-site fitness center and/or reimbursed fitness center membership costs (location dependent), with yoga studio, Pelotons, personal training, group exercise classes
• Access to CoStar Group’s Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Employee Resource Groups
• Complimentary gourmet coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fresh fruit, and other healthy snacks

We welcome all qualified candidates who are currently eligible to work full-time in the United States to apply. However, please note that CoStar Group is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.