Senior Microsoft Security Analyst – Defender and Policy

Smiths Detection Group; Overlea (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Smiths Detection Group in the United States is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst II to lead hands-on security operations within a DIB environment, focusing on protecting controlled data and maturing the security program.

The role collaborates with the Information & Cyber Security Manager to document policies, perform risk mitigation, and mentor junior staff while maintaining compliance with CMMC Level 2 requirements.

Qualifications

• Senior technical practitioner in a small, high-impact security team.
• Experience with the Microsoft security stack is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Defender for Office 365 administration and tuning.
• Author policies, procedures and evidence artifacts to support CMMC Level 2/NIST SP 800-171 compliance.

Job description

Smiths Detection Group in the United States is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst II to lead hands-on security operations within a DIB environment, focusing on protecting controlled data and maturing the security program.

The role collaborates with the Information & Cyber Security Manager to document policies, perform risk mitigation, and mentor junior staff while maintaining compliance with CMMC Level 2 requirements.