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Principal Security Researcher

Redmond, WA · On-site

The Microsoft Threat Protection Research (MTP-R) Purple Team sits at the intersection of offense, defense, and intelligence, working across Microsoft Defender technologies to ensure telemetry ...

Trinus

Microsoft Security Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid) · Implement and optimize Microsoft Security tools, including but not limited to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365, Sentinel, Microsoft Purview, and ...

Microsoft

Software Engineer - CTJ - Poly

Redmond, WA · On-site

$111.10K - $183.70K/yr

The Microsoft Defender team is responsible for delivering a constantly evolving set of services and solutions to meet the challenging landscape of our ever-evolving attackers. Microsoft's mission is ...

Microsoft

Software Engineer - CTJ - Poly

Redmond, WA · On-site

$111.10K - $183.70K/yr

Look no further than the Microsoft Defender engineering team. Defender is looking for a Software Engineer to join our team. You will be building and delivering cloud solutions to meet the scale that ...

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To thrive as a Microsoft Defender (Security Engineer or Analyst), you need a solid background in cybersecurity, network administration, and threat detection, often demonstrated by a relevant degree and certifications like CompTIA Security+ or Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate. Mastery of Microsoft security solutions such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Azure Security Center, and SIEM tools is essential. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, proactive communication, and teamwork are key soft skills for success in this role. These abilities ensure you can effectively identify and mitigate threats while collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain organizational security.

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In a Microsoft Defender security role, your daily responsibilities usually include monitoring security alerts, analyzing potential threats, conducting vulnerability assessments, and responding to incidents using Microsoft technologies. You’ll collaborate with IT and business teams to implement security best practices, perform regular system audits, and continuously optimize defense strategies. The role may also involve preparing security documentation, participating in incident response drills, and providing guidance on the safe use of digital resources. This position is both dynamic and collaborative, often requiring fast problem-solving to protect organizational assets effectively.
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Senior Microsoft 365 Administrator

Senior Microsoft 365 Administrator

Apex Service Partners

Irving, TX

$79.80K - $108.10K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

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Job Description - Senior Microsoft 365 Administrator

Mission of the Role:

The Senior Microsoft 365 Administrator will own, secure, and continuously mature Apex Service Partners' Microsoft 365 environment delivering a scalable, best-practice SaaS foundation that supports rapid growth and acquisition integration. This role is responsible for hands-on administration and near-architect level design across Intune (6,000 endpoints), Identity (12,000 users), Defender, Exchange, SharePoint, and Teams, while building durable governance, security controls, and operational standards in an evolving IT control landscape.

Partnering closely with a small internal team and a managed ecosystem of MSP/MSSP vendors, this leader will drive modernization through disciplined ITIL-based change management, technical mentorship, and practical execution raising security posture, improving reliability, and enabling the business to scale with confidence.

Responsibilities and Experience:

Job responsibilities include:

Microsoft 365 Platform Ownership

  • Serve as primary owner of the Microsoft 365 tenant across Entra ID, Intune, Defender, Exchange, SharePoint, and Teams.
  • Design and implement scalable architecture aligned to Microsoft best practices.
  • Establish governance standards, configuration baselines, and technical documentation.
  • Develop and execute a roadmap that supports rapid growth and acquisition integration.

Identity, Endpoint, and Security

  • Architect and manage identity services for approximately 12,000 users, including Conditional Access, MFA, RBAC, and lifecycle governance.
  • Own Intune management for approximately 6,000 endpoints, including compliance policies, patching, device configuration, and automation.
  • Lead Microsoft Defender configuration and optimization in partnership with the MSSP.
  • Improve overall security posture through Zero Trust principles, access controls, and continuous hardening.

Collaboration and Messaging

  • Administer and govern Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and Teams.
  • Establish standards for external sharing, retention, data protection, and collaboration governance.
  • Improve stability, performance, and user experience across communication platforms.

Operational Governance, Leadership, and Vendor Management

  • Operate within an ITIL-based change management framework and maintain audit-ready documentation.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a small internal team.
  • Serve as senior escalation point for Microsoft 365 engineering issues.
  • Direct and manage MSP and MSSP partners to ensure alignment with security, service, and performance expectations.
  • Drive operational maturity within a fast-growing and evolving IT control environment.

Requisite experiences include:

  • 8+ years of progressive experience administering and engineering Microsoft 365 environments in mid to large scale organizations.
  • Deep hands-on expertise across Entra ID, Intune, Microsoft Defender, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and Teams.
  • Experience supporting environments with 5,000+ endpoints and 10,000+ users.
  • Proven success designing Conditional Access, MFA, RBAC, device compliance, and Zero Trust security architectures.
  • Experience operating within an ITIL-based change management framework and building operational governance.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives, mentor small teams, and manage MSP or MSSP partners.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Microsoft 365 certification such as Enterprise Administrator Expert, Security Administrator Associate, or Endpoint Administrator Associate.
  • 8+ years of hands-on experience administering and engineering Microsoft 365 environments, including Entra ID, Intune, Defender, Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams.

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Location: Tampa, FL or Dallas, TX

Job Type: Full-TimeReports To: IT LeadershipCompensation: CompetitiveBenefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; competitive PTO and sick leave; paid holidays; 401(k) with company match

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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