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Cyber Security Engineer

TEKsystems
$80,000.00 - $100,000.00 / yr
vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Jul 28, 2026
Description Core Focus Areas Security Operations, Monitoring & Threat Defense Monitor security logs and alerts across SIEM and Microsoft Defender (XDR); investigate, triage, and respond to potential incidents. Operate and help tune endpoint/EDR coverage (Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike) and assist with firewall, IDS/IPS, and edge controls (Fortinet) under senior direction. Run vulnerability scanning, patch/remediation tracking, and alert tuning to reduce false positives while preserving detection coverage. Identity & Microsoft 365 Security Help administer Microsoft Entra identity and access - conditional access, MFA, identity protection, and least-privilege roles - applying Zero Trust principles. Maintain Microsoft 365 security and compliance configuration across Exchange Online, SharePoint/OneDrive, and Teams, keeping settings hardened and consistent. Data Protection & AI Governance Build, deploy, and tune DLP, sensitivity labeling, encryption, and insider-risk controls in Microsoft Purview across email, endpoints, and cloud. Prevent data loss through unsanctioned "Shadow AI," enabling approved AI services (e.g., Microsoft 365 Copilot) to be used safely and productively. Compliance, Risk & Audit (Supporting) Help maintain compliance with relevant frameworks and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, GDPR where applicable). Perform risk and control-maturity assessments, track remediation, and support third-party / partner risk reviews; provide audit-ready evidence. Incident Response & Business Continuity (Supporting) Support investigation, containment, and recovery during security incidents under the direction of the senior owner. Help maintain incident response runbooks and tabletop exercises, and contribute to business continuity / disaster recovery readiness. Hands-on experience with security tooling such as SIEM, endpoint/EDR, IDS/IPS and firewalls, DLP, antivirus, and vulnerability scanners. Working knowledge of the Microsoft security stack (Defender XDR, Purview) and Microsoft Entra / Microsoft 365 administration and security. Experience supporting incident response and compliance with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or SOC 2. Strong problem-solving and communication skills, and comfort taking technical direction while owning execution and quality. A practical, business-minded approach that balances risk reduction against cost and operational impact. Certifications such as Security+, Microsoft SC-200 / SC-400 / SC-300, or CISSP / CISA / CISM. Experience securing or governing generative-AI tools (e.g., Microsoft 365 Copilot) and detecting Shadow AI. Familiarity with Microsoft Purview Insider Risk Management and Zero Trust implementation. Prior consulting, MSP, or vendor-side experience delivering Microsoft security and identity projects. Exposure to financial services or real-estate investment environments and their regulatory expectations. Additional Skills & Qualifications* Our client offers comprehensive benefits, company-paid parking, and daily breakfast and lunch prepared by our on-site chefs, all designed to make your workday easier and more enjoyable. 401(k) with employer match Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off (PTO) and holidays Company-paid parking Company-paid breakfast & lunch Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Milwaukee, WI. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr. Phoenix offers comprehensive benefits, company-paid parking, and daily breakfast and lunch prepared by our on-site chefs, all designed to make your workday easier and more enjoyable. 401(k) with employer match Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off (PTO) and holidays Company-paid parking Company-paid breakfast & lunch Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.