Senior IT Engineer

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. Manage Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, and business applications .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing Microsoft 365, Entra ID, and Intune while implementing security controls and compliance measures. Proficient in automation and API integrations, with strong analytical skills to support incident response and recovery.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Microsoft 365 ManagementSecurity Operations ExperienceIT Automation with PowerShellIncident Investigation and ResponseISO 27001 Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Systems AdministrationInfrastructure ManagementEndpoint SecurityAPI IntegrationsAutomation with PythonGit Version ControlVulnerability RemediationCompliance Controls ImplementationIncident DocumentationNetwork Fundamentals

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCritical ThinkingClear CommunicationDecision DocumentationEscalation Recognition

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft DefenderIntuneEntra IDPowerShellAnsibleGitVanta

Industry Keywords

Security Operations CenterISO 27001SOC 2Compliance AuditsIncident Response

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleDNSPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, and business applications
Provide U.S. hours support and coordinate handoffs with the EU-based Systems Administrator
Resolve device compliance issues and restore employee access
Strengthen identity and endpoint security through hardening, access controls, and vulnerability remediation
Own infrastructure and security projects, turning recurring problems into lasting improvements
Build reliable automation and API integrations using Git and approved AI tools, with testing and independent validation
Triage security alerts, investigate and document incidents, and coordinate response and recovery with the Head of IT
Assess vendors and technology changes, review access requirements, and recommend safeguards for approval
Implement compliance controls, maintain audit evidence in Vanta, and resolve failed checks and technical findings
Maintain incident playbooks, test recovery procedures, and share knowledge across the IT team
Work directly with the Head of IT while owning implementation; the Head of IT retains program governance, policy approval, risk acceptance, and major incident oversight

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years in systems administration, IT engineering, infrastructure, or a related role, with demonstrated ownership of complex technical work
Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, and Windows endpoints
Sound networking, DNS, and VPN fundamentals
Experience in a security operations center, either in-house or with a managed security provider
Experience building and maintaining IT automation with PowerShell, Python, or Ansible, including API integrations
Experience using Git, branching, and pull requests to maintain scripts and automation
Hands-on security operations experience, including alert triage, incident investigation, and response, using Microsoft Defender or comparable tools
Experience implementing security controls and supporting audits or evidence collection
Working knowledge of ISO 27001, SOC 2, or a comparable framework
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
Ability to balance employee support, incidents, and projects; communicate clearly; document decisions; and recognize when to escalate or seek approval

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote work with flexibility to support your work-life balance
Stable income and benefits
Flexible working hours
Opportunities for career advancement
Collaborative environment that empowers you to own your domain and implement best practices
Friendly, professional colleagues who support you and help you grow
Engaging challenges and opportunities to make a meaningful impact