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Cybersecurity Engineer III Location: Nashville, TN (Hybrid in office three days per week) Overview We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to join a growing security operations team. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and is motivated to help safeguard enterprise systems through advanced Microsoft security technologies. The engineer will provide hands-on support across threat detection, incident response, compliance, and security architecture, while also serving as a mentor to less experienced team members. Responsibilities • Design, implement, and administer enterprise security systems across cloud and on-premises environments. • Conduct vulnerability assessments, risk analyses, and in-depth system security reviews. • Manage and optimize SIEM tools, including data ingestion, parsing, dashboard creation, and custom search queries. • Administer and monitor endpoint detection, identity and access management, and firewall/URL filtering solutions. • Lead investigations into potential security incidents, conduct proactive threat hunting, and drive remediation efforts. • Maintain security posture within Microsoft cloud environments (Azure, M365, Sentinel, Defender). • Support internal and external audits (NIST, HIPAA, SOX) and ensure compliance with security policies. • Mentor and train junior team members on best practices, tools, and emerging security technologies. • Research new tools and methodologies to enhance security capabilities. • Participate in an on-call rotation and support troubleshooting of operational security issues. • Collaborate across IT and business teams to align security with organizational goals. Required Skills • Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience). • 7+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity engineering. • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). • Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (such as Splunk) and vulnerability management tools (such as Tenable). • Expertise in Microsoft security stack: Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Sentinel. • Strong knowledge of network design, protocols, and IP sub-netting. • Proven ability to investigate, remediate, and prevent cyber threats in enterprise environments. • Excellent communication skills with the ability to mentor others and work cross-functionally. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with NIST frameworks and Zero Trust security models. • Previous exposure to regulated industries or environments requiring HIPAA/SOX compliance. • Advanced knowledge of emerging cybersecurity trends and best practices. How to Apply If you are a cybersecurity professional eager to take on a critical role with high visibility, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume for confidential consideration.

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