ENS Solutions
Microsoft Defender Specialist - Active TS/SCI with CI Poly
ENS Solutions, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Implementing the Microsoft Defender solution and supporting the transition to emerging Microsoft technologies. Experience with the Microsoft Defender Suite, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE), Microsoft Defender for Office (MDO), Defender Cloud Apps (MDCA), and Mobile Threat Defender (MTD), is needed. The role involves assisting with deployment of complex architectures based on Microsoft Intune, Endpoint Manager, and the 365 Defender Center.
In addition to implementing the Microsoft Defender solutions, this position will be responsible for developing SOPs/TTPS for maintaining agent handlers, repositories, Microsoft Intune, Microsoft 365 Defender, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps. The role supports the transition from DoD Enterprise Capabilities to emerging Microsoft technologies.
This position will deploy complex architectures based on Microsoft Intune, Endpoint Manager, and the 365 Defender Center, coordinating efforts to test and verify solutions for future implementation. Core working hours are from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm during weekdays, with participation in an on-call rotation for after-hours support.
Experience with Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Defender
Experience with server management, including virtualization and Windows server administration
Experience with scripting languages, including PowerShell and KQL
Experience with Azure in hybrid environments, Active Directory on-premises and cloud, and Group Policies
Experience with end-user technology deployments and upgrades
Experience supporting Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE), Microsoft Defender for Office (MDO), Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Mobile Threat Defense (MTD), Microsoft Endpoint Manager Admin Center, Microsoft Security Administration, Microsoft Office 365, and Microsoft Configuration Management Service Center
Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam
HS diploma or GED with 7+ years of supporting IT projects, or an Associate’s degree with 5+ years, or a Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of supporting IT projects
DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification, including CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP Certification
Ability to obtain a DoD 8570.01-M Cybersecurity Service Provider - Infrastructure Support Certification within 60 days of start date, including CEH, CySA+, GICSP, SSCP, CHFI, CFR, Cloud+, or CND Certification
Optional Qualifications:
Managing and administrating systems related to software deployments, patches, and scripts in large enterprise environments
Collaborating with peers and managers to identify, manage, and generate reports and metrics based on deployments and management needs
Managing complex IT projects involving multiple teams or organizations
Tracking and resolving incidents via ticket queues
Providing hands-on PC and mobile support to end users
Recommending cost-effective, outside-the-box solutions
Paying strict attention to detail
Excellent written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
Essential Network Security (ENS) Solutions, LLC
is a service-disabled veteran-owned, highly regarded IT consulting and management firm. ENS provides innovative solutions in Identity, Credential and Access Management (ICAM), Software Development, Cyber and Network Security, System Engineering, Program/Project Management, IT support, Solutions, and Services for the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC). Our experts maintain high standards of excellence, delivering scalable and collaborative infrastructure solutions.
Why ENS?
Free platinum-level medical, dental, and vision coverage, fully paid by ENS
401k contributions from Day 1
PTO plus 11 paid federal holidays
Long & Short Term Disability Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Tuition, Certification, and Professional Development Assistance
Workers’ Compensation
Relocation Assistance
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In addition to implementing the Microsoft Defender solutions, this position will be responsible for developing SOPs/TTPS for maintaining agent handlers, repositories, Microsoft Intune, Microsoft 365 Defender, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps. The role supports the transition from DoD Enterprise Capabilities to emerging Microsoft technologies.
This position will deploy complex architectures based on Microsoft Intune, Endpoint Manager, and the 365 Defender Center, coordinating efforts to test and verify solutions for future implementation. Core working hours are from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm during weekdays, with participation in an on-call rotation for after-hours support.
Experience with Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Defender
Experience with server management, including virtualization and Windows server administration
Experience with scripting languages, including PowerShell and KQL
Experience with Azure in hybrid environments, Active Directory on-premises and cloud, and Group Policies
Experience with end-user technology deployments and upgrades
Experience supporting Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE), Microsoft Defender for Office (MDO), Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Mobile Threat Defense (MTD), Microsoft Endpoint Manager Admin Center, Microsoft Security Administration, Microsoft Office 365, and Microsoft Configuration Management Service Center
Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam
HS diploma or GED with 7+ years of supporting IT projects, or an Associate’s degree with 5+ years, or a Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of supporting IT projects
DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification, including CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP Certification
Ability to obtain a DoD 8570.01-M Cybersecurity Service Provider - Infrastructure Support Certification within 60 days of start date, including CEH, CySA+, GICSP, SSCP, CHFI, CFR, Cloud+, or CND Certification
Optional Qualifications:
Managing and administrating systems related to software deployments, patches, and scripts in large enterprise environments
Collaborating with peers and managers to identify, manage, and generate reports and metrics based on deployments and management needs
Managing complex IT projects involving multiple teams or organizations
Tracking and resolving incidents via ticket queues
Providing hands-on PC and mobile support to end users
Recommending cost-effective, outside-the-box solutions
Paying strict attention to detail
Excellent written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
Essential Network Security (ENS) Solutions, LLC
is a service-disabled veteran-owned, highly regarded IT consulting and management firm. ENS provides innovative solutions in Identity, Credential and Access Management (ICAM), Software Development, Cyber and Network Security, System Engineering, Program/Project Management, IT support, Solutions, and Services for the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC). Our experts maintain high standards of excellence, delivering scalable and collaborative infrastructure solutions.
Why ENS?
Free platinum-level medical, dental, and vision coverage, fully paid by ENS
401k contributions from Day 1
PTO plus 11 paid federal holidays
Long & Short Term Disability Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Tuition, Certification, and Professional Development Assistance
Workers’ Compensation
Relocation Assistance
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