Senior Microsoft Security Engineer - Onsite in Indianapolis

Stellent IT LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellent IT LLC is seeking a Senior Microsoft Service Engineer to lead cybersecurity strategy within the Microsoft environment and drive day-to-day security operations from Indianapolis, Indiana. This on-site, long-term contract role requires hands-on expertise across Defender, Entra ID, Purview, and Intune, with mentoring responsibilities for junior staff.

The ideal candidate will oversee identity security, data protection, and collaboration tooling, while coordinating with a third-party MDR

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in Microsoft security monitoring and incident response.
• Proven ability to mentor junior team members.
• Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams on security initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity strategy and day-to-day security operations within the Microsoft environment.
• Configure and manage Defender suite and Purview, including DLP, Exchange rules, and identity protection.
• Leverage Defender for Endpoint for EDR, investigate alerts, and ensure monthly patching and zero-day responses.
• Manage user accounts, groups, and licensing across Microsoft 365 Admin Center and Entra admin center.
• Configure Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, and Outlook to support collaboration.
• Use Intune and Entra ID to configure devices, apps, and security baselines.
• Serve as primary contact between Microsoft and MDR partner.
• Compile and present security audit data and Secure Score to leadership.
• Mentor junior team members on Microsoft administration and security best practices.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Security Operations

Incident Response

Mentorship

Tools

Microsoft Defender

Purview

Entra ID

Intune

Job description

Stellent IT LLC is seeking a Senior Microsoft Service Engineer to lead cybersecurity strategy within the Microsoft environment and drive day-to-day security operations from Indianapolis, Indiana. This on-site, long-term contract role requires hands-on expertise across Defender, Entra ID, Purview, and Intune, with mentoring responsibilities for junior staff.

The ideal candidate will oversee identity security, data protection, and collaboration tooling, while coordinating with a third-party MDR