Need MD Locals-Only USC-Microsoft Security Administrator-Columbia, MD-Onsite(M-F)

[Manohar Reddy Surathani]

Hi There,
 
Position: Microsoft Security Administrator/Engineer–Security & Identity Focus
Location: Columbia, MD-Onsite(M-F) Need Locals Only 
Duration: 12+Months Contract-C2C

MUST Be Only US Citizen

Microsoft GCC High experience is required
 
 
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled Microsoft Security Administrator with strong experience in Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Sentinel, and Microsoft Defender to support, secure, and maintain our Microsoft cloud environment.
This role is responsible for identity management, endpoint management, security monitoring, and threat protection across Azure and Microsoft 365. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience implementing Zero Trust principles, enforcing security baselines, and supporting compliance-driven environments.
 
Key Responsibilities
Azure & Identity Administration
Administer and maintain Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) including:
User and group management
Conditional Access policies
MFA enforcement
Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
Identity lifecycle governance
Support hybrid identity environments (Azure AD Connect / Cloud Sync)
 
Endpoint Management (Intune)
Configure and manage Microsoft Intune for Windows, macOS, and mobile devices
Create and maintain:
Device compliance policies
Configuration profiles
Application deployment policies
Integrate Intune with Conditional Access and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Monitor device compliance and remediate non-compliant endpoints
 
Security Operations & Monitoring
Configure, maintain, and monitor Microsoft Sentinel
Log ingestion and data connectors
Analytics rules and alerts
Incident triage and response
KQL queries and workbooks
Administer Microsoft Defender solutions including:
Defender for Endpoint
Defender for Identity
Defender for Cloud Apps
Defender for Office 365
Assist with threat detection, investigation, and response activities
 
Security & Compliance Support
Implement and maintain security controls aligned with best practices (Zero Trust, least privilege)
Support audit and compliance requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO, CMMC, internal audits)
Maintain documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures
Participate in security assessments, vulnerability remediation, and continuous improvement initiatives
 
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience administering Azure and Microsoft 365 environments
Hands-on experience with:
Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
Microsoft Intune
Microsoft Sentinel
Microsoft Defender suite
Strong understanding of:
Identity and access management (IAM)
Endpoint security and device compliance
SIEM/SOAR concepts
Cloud security best practices
Experience supporting security incidents and operational troubleshooting
Strong documentation and communication skills
 
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in MSP, regulated, or compliance-driven environments
Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture
Experience with Azure networking and security controls
Knowledge of compliance frameworks (NIST 800-53/171, CMMC, ISO 27001)

Preferred Certifications
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200)
Microsoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate (MD-102)
Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300)
Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100) (a plus)
 
Thanks & Regards
Manohar Reddy
Email: man...@aptivacorp.com 
Web: https://www.aptivacorp.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/s-m-reddy-71561237