Endpoint Security Engineer

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Endpoint Security Specialist with deep expertise in Microsoft Defender and hands-on experience with CrowdStrike and Splunk. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in safeguarding enterprise endpoints, detecting and responding to threats, and optimizing security operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage endpoint protection solutions using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
• Monitor and investigate security incidents using CrowdStrike Falcon and Splunk SIEM tools.
• Develop and maintain threat detection rules, dashboards, and alerts to improve incident response.
• Collaborate with IT and Security Operations teams to assess vulnerabilities and apply remediations.
• Perform root cause analysis of endpoint-related incidents and contribute to post-incident reviews.
• Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory security policies and frameworks.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of security tools, configurations, and procedures.

Required Skills:

• Microsoft Defender for Endpoint – Expert-level proficiency with 8+ years of experience.
• CrowdStrike Falcon – Intermediate-level hands-on experience with 5+ years in threat detection and EDR.
• Splunk – Intermediate-level experience in log correlation, dashboards, and custom alert creation.
• Strong understanding of endpoint security, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management.
• Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework and modern cyber threat tactics.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CEH, Microsoft SC-200, or CrowdStrike Certified Falcon Responder (CCFR).
• Experience with scripting (PowerShell, Python) for automation and integration.
• Familiarity with cloud endpoint security across Azure, AWS, or GCP.