Microsoft Defender Specialist - Active TS/SCI with CI Poly

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, and to assist with deployment of complex architectures based on Microsoft Intune, Endpoint manager, and 365 Defender center. In addition to implementing the Microsoft Defender solution including MDE, MDO, MDCA, and MTD, 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 and support the transition from DoD Enterprise Capabilities to emerging Microsoft technologies. This position will deploy complex architectures based on Microsoft Intune, Endpoint manager, and 365 Defender center, coordinating efforts to test and verify solutions for future implementation. This position requires the ability to work core hours between 6:00 am to 6:00 pm during the week and participate in on‑call rotation for after‑hours support. Requirements 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 prem and cloud, and Group Policies Experience with end user technology deployments and upgrades Experience with 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 and 7+ years of experience with supporting IT projects and activities, Associate’s degree and 5+ years of experience with supporting IT projects and activities, or Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of experience with supporting IT projects and activities 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, including CEH, CySA+, GICSP, SSCP, CHFI, CFR, Cloud+, or CND Certification within 60 days of start date Optional Qualifications Experience in managing and administrating systems associated with software deployments, patches, and scripts to a large enterprise environment Experience in collaborating with peers and managers to identify, manage, and generate appropriate reporting and metrics standards based on deployments and management needs Experience with managing complex IT projects involving multiple teams or organizations Experience with tracking and resolving incidents via ticket queue Experience with providing hands on PC and mobile support to end users Ability to be an active member and solve problems by recommending outside‑the‑box, cost effective solutions Ability to pay strict attention to detail Possession of excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills Benefits Essential Network Security (ENS) Solutions, LLC is a service‑disabled veteran owned, highly regarded IT consulting and management firm. ENS consults for the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) providing innovative solutions in the core competency area of Identity, Credential and Access Management (ICAM), Software Development, Cyber and Network Security, System Engineering, Program/Project Management, IT support, Solutions, and Services that yield enduring results. Our strong technical and management experts have been able to maintain a standard of excellence in their relationships while delivering innovative, scalable and collaborative infrastructure to our clients. Why ENS? Free Platinum‑Level Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, 100% paid for by ENS 401k Contribution from Day 1 PTO + 11 Paid Federal Holidays Long & Short Term Disability Insurance Group Term Life Insurance Tuition, Certification & Professional Development Assistance Workers’ Compensation Relocation Assistance Candidate AI Usage Policy AI tools are an important part of daily work at ENS Solutions, and we are committed to their responsible and ethical use. To ensure a fair and equitable candidate evaluation based on individual skills, knowledge, and experience, candidates are not permitted to use artificial intelligence or other assistive tools during interviews, whether in person or virtual, unless explicit permission has been granted in advance. #J-18808-Ljbffr ENS Solutions, LLC