Microsoft Sentinel Security Engineer

Microsoft Sentinel Security Engineer Washington, DC Hybrid Contract $70/hr - $75/hr A growing cyber security consulting firm is seeking a Security Engineer with deep experience in Microsoft Sentinel to lead SIEM strategy, threat monitoring, and incident response. You'll play a critical role in enhancing security operations and improving threat visibility across the organization. Location: On-site at Client HQ u2013 Washington, DC (Hybrid: 3 days per week) Clearance : Public trust or ability to obtain one Key Responsibilities: + Act as the SME for Microsoft Sentinel: manage ingestion, playbooks, workbooks, and alerts + Monitor internal logs and external threat intelligence for actionable insights + Build and maintain KQL queries, dashboards, and incident response workflows + Work with SOC teams and third parties to investigate incidents and tune detections + Design log ingestion strategies and normalize data for accurate analysis + Support risk management, threat monitoring, and continuous improvement of the security program + Train SOC staff on Sentinel usage and best practices + Participate in security exercises and maintain documentation Qualifications: + BS/BA in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field + 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, intelligence, or threat detection + Certification(s): CISSP, GIAC, CEH, Security+, Network+, or equivalent + Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel, SIEM tuning, and KQL + Familiarity with threat analysis, server/application management, and automation tools#LI-PF1 You will receive the following benefits: + Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family + Dental & Orthodontia Benefits + Vision Benefits + Health Savings Account (HSA) + Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts + Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance + Hospital Indemnity Insurance + 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options + Paid Sick Time Leave + Legal and Identity Protection Plans + Pre-tax Commuter Benefit + 529 College Saver Plan Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRPu2019s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Posted by: Patrick Fuller Specialization: + Security Operations + Security Engineering + Cybersecurity

Created: 2025-09-12