[Remote] Security Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. NorthWinds Technology Solutions, LLC is focused on providing enterprise security solutions. The Security Engineer will design, implement, and maintain security measures, monitor for threats, and collaborate with teams to enhance the organization’s security posture.ResponsibilitiesMonitor, investigate, and respond to security alerts across Microsoft security and other platforms (Purview, Defender suite, SIEM, Entra ID)Analyze logs and telemetry to identify suspicious activities and potential threatsSupport incident response activities, including containment, eradication, and root cause analysisMaintain and improve detection rules, analytics, and alert tuningAdminister and Optimize: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Cloud Apps, and Office 365Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) security controls and toolsMicrosoft Purview controls and toolsDevelop and maintain automated workflows and playbooksIntegrate Microsoft security tools with other enterprise systemsConduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation effortsPartner with infrastructure and application teams to prioritize and mitigate risksContribute to risk tracking, reporting, and audit readiness (SOC 2, HIPAA, etc.)Work with the Security Architect to identify and recommend improvements to enterprise security architectureAssist with the implementation of security controls across cloud (Azure/AWS) and on-premises environmentsSupport identity and access management initiatives, including MFA, conditional access, and least privilegeAssist with audits, security reviews, and third-party assessmentsEnsure alignment with organizational security policies and regulatory requirementsProvide input into security standards, procedures, and documentationWork closely with infrastructure, network, and application teams to embed security controlsProvide technical guidance and support for security best practicesHelp drive security awareness across engineering teamsSkills3–5 years of experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, or security operationsHands-on experience with Microsoft security technologies, including: Microsoft Defender suite (Endpoint, Identity, Cloud Apps, Office 365), Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) security features and Intune administrationExperience with endpoint detection and response (EDR/XDR) and SIEM platformsMicrosoft certifications (SC-200, SC-300, AZ-500, or equivalent)Experience with automation and scripting (PowerShell, Python)Exposure to cloud security (Azure and/or AWS)Experience implementing conditional access policies and Zero Trust principlesKnowledge of threat intelligence and detection engineeringBenefitsParticipation in an on-call rotation may be requiredPrimarily remote work environmentLimited travel (Company OverviewNorthWinds® Technology Solutions, LLC, is an insurance technology company built by dental insurance experts. It was founded in 2019, and is headquartered in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://northwindstech.com.Company H1B SponsorshipNorthWinds® Technology Solutions, LLC has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 2 in 2023, 6 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.