Microsoft security engineer- remote (anywhere in the u.s.)

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation’s top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.

General Description:

We are seeking a security first, Microsoft focused engineer to join our Microsoft Cloud Security Team. This role will be primarily delivering hands-on security engagements for clients ranging from small businesses to large enterprises. Your work centers on Microsoft Entra ID (identity and access management) and Microsoft Purview (data protection), with supporting work in Intune and Defender XDR. You'll partner with architects and principal consultants across varied industries and environments.

You'll own your technical delivery independently (80% billable target), managing your time and communication within assigned engagements, and contribute to internal practice and knowledge-sharing efforts between projects.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Identity & Access (Entra ID / AD): Design and implement identity architecture, hybrid sync (Entra Connect), Conditional Access, MFA/passwordless, and identity governance (PIM, RBAC, access reviews, entitlement management).
• Integrate applications via SSO (SAML/OIDC), enterprise app registrations, and SCIM provisioning.
• Investigate and remediate identity risks using Entra ID Protection, sign-in and audit logs; drive hybrid identity hygiene (stale object cleanup, privileged account reduction, tiered admin models).
• Data Security & Compliance (Purview): Design and implement sensitivity labels, DLP, and retention policies across M365; support data classification, information protection rollouts, and data security posture assessments.
• Support eDiscovery, Insider Risk Management, communication compliance, and AI data security readiness (DSPM for AI) as engagements require.
• Intune & Defender XDR: Configure device compliance, configuration profiles, and app deployments across platforms; support Defender for Endpoint, Office 365, Identity, and Cloud Apps in cloud and hybrid environments.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to GuidePoint Security Core Values.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2–5 years in IT administration, identity management, or security operations.
• Hands-on production experience with Microsoft Entra ID and on-premises Active Directory, including Conditional Access, MFA, RBAC, and hybrid identity (Entra Connect).
• Knowledge of core authentication protocols: SAML, OAuth 2.0/OIDC, Kerberos, LDAP.
• Experience implementing Microsoft Purview (sensitivity labels, DLP, retention, or eDiscovery) and comfort supporting Intune and Defender XDR.
• Basic PowerShell scripting for automation and reporting (e.g., Microsoft Graph PowerShell).
• Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and clear written and verbal communication.
• Embraces emerging technologies, including AI tools, to work smarter, solve problems, and drive better business outcomes.

Preferred Experience:

• Advanced AD work: multi-domain/forest design, migrations, tiered administration, legacy auth cleanup.
• Microsoft Sentinel: log onboarding, detection development, or broader SIEM/SOAR experience.
• Azure infrastructure and security (Azure Policy, network security, landing zones, RBAC).
• SharePoint Online governance, Teams Voice, Power BI/Fabric, or Copilot Studio/Azure AI Foundry experience.

Travel Requirements:

This role is 100% remote requiring less than 10% travel for corporate events.

Physical Requirements:

• Sedentary work.
• Substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers for a minimum of 8 hours a day.
• Required to have close visual acuity to view computer terminal and/or extensive reading for a minimum of 8 hours a day.

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Why GuidePoint?

GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1,300 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 6,200 customers.

Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company’s success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity.

This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.

Some added perks….

• Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions).
• Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options).
• Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans.
• 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program.
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance.
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment.
• Pet Benefit Option.