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Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

towson, MD

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Job description

Salary Range : $106,455.86 USD to $175,419.71 USD

IT & Data Analytics

Full-Time

Requisition #: SENIO

Description

What to expect.

Lead the engineering, configuration, deployment, and operational maintenance of the organization’s cybersecurity toolset, with a primary focus on Microsoft Defender (EDR/XDR, MDR), Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR), and Microsoft Purview.

Implement key initiatives from the organization’s three-year cybersecurity strategic roadmap, translating strategic objectives into actionable technical solutions.

Design and maintain security automations, detections, and response playbooks to improve efficiency, consistency, and response time.

Develop, document, and maintain technical cybersecurity standards, architectures, and engineering patterns that guide IT Infrastructure, Operations, and Applications teams.

Serve as a subject matter expert for Microsoft on-premises and cloud security controls within a hybrid Active Directory environment transitioning to Azure and cloud-native services.

Collaborate closely with IT Infrastructure, Operations, and Applications teams to ensure security is embedded into system designs, migrations, and operational processes.

Continuously evaluate security tooling, configurations, and architectures against industry best practices and evolving threats.

Support incident response activities by providing advanced technical expertise, root cause analysis, and recommendations for long-term remediation.

Maintain clear technical documentation related to security platforms, configurations, and operational procedures.

Mentor and provide technical guidance to cybersecurity team members and peer technology teams.

What we need from you.

Completion of a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent formal training or certification (e.g. CISSP).

Seven or more years of progressive experience in cybersecurity engineering, security architecture, or related technical roles.

Strong hands‑on experience designing, configuring, and supporting Microsoft security platforms, including Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Purview, or comparable enterprise security technologies.

Demonstrated experience securing hybrid environments involving on-prem Active Directory and cloud identity platforms such as Azure AD (Entra ID).

Advanced understanding of security engineering principles, including endpoint protection, identity security, logging and monitoring, threat detection, and response.

Proficiency with PowerShell and experience with additional scripting or automation languages (e.g. Python, KQL) to support security operations and automation.

Familiarity with security frameworks and best practices (such as NIST, CIS, or ISO 27001) and the ability to translate them into technical controls.

What you’ll get from us.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions

403b retirement match

Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions

Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience. The pay range for this position is between $106,455.86 and $175,000.

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?

At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

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Worksite address

towson, MD, 21286, US

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