Job Description
Job Description
Direct Hire/W2
Must be local to the Dallas area
Hybrid On Site/Remote
$110K to $120K
We are partnering with a growing organization to hire a Cybersecurity Analyst who will take ownership of day-to-day security operations with a strong focus on the Microsoft security stack.
This is a hands-on role for someone who can step in immediately, investigate threats, and operate within Defender, Sentinel, and Purview with minimal ramp-up.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Monitor and investigate security alerts across Microsoft Defender and Sentinel
- Write and execute KQL queries to analyze logs and identify threats
- Respond to phishing incidents, including email investigation and remediation
- Support eDiscovery requests and security-related legal inquiries
- Design and maintain Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies
- Implement security controls and guardrails around AI tools (Copilot)
- Partner with internal teams and SOC resources on threat response and investigations
- Support vulnerability management, penetration testing, and remediation tracking
- Contribute to disaster recovery planning and security best practices
- Lead or support security awareness initiatives (phishing campaigns, training, etc.)
- Document processes and communicate effectively with technical teams and leadership
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations or security monitoring
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- Microsoft Defender
- Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM)
- Microsoft Purview
- Ability to write and use KQL queries in a real-world environment
- Experience with DLP policy implementation and data protection
- Experience with eDiscovery and supporting investigations
- Proven ability to investigate and respond to security incidents
- Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
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#INDCompany DescriptionThomas Edwards Group is an Executive Search Firm specializing in the direct hire and interim placement of Accounting, Finance, HR and IT professionals. We’ve been in business since 1997 and the Dallas Business Journal has ranked us a Top Search Firm in Dallas and one of the “Best Places to Work” multiple times. Thomas Edwards Group also made the Inc. 5000 list in 2016 and our award-winning team of Search Consultants, which rank among the best and most experienced in the area, includes MBAs, CPAs, former Big 4 Professionals, Controllers, IT Search Professionals, Finance/Banking, and Business Professionals.
Company Description
Thomas Edwards Group is an Executive Search Firm specializing in the direct hire and interim placement of Accounting, Finance, HR and IT professionals. We’ve been in business since 1997 and the Dallas Business Journal has ranked us a Top Search Firm in Dallas and one of the “Best Places to Work” multiple times. Thomas Edwards Group also made the Inc. 5000 list in 2016 and our award-winning team of Search Consultants, which rank among the best and most experienced in the area, includes MBAs, CPAs, former Big 4 Professionals, Controllers, IT Search Professionals, Finance/Banking, and Business Professionals.