Microsoft Defender EndPoint (MDE) Administrator

Company: CompQsoft
Location: Houston
Posted on: June 3, 2025

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Title: Microsoft Defender EndPoint (MDE) Location: Remote Role Start Date: ASAPClearance required: Secret or TS Certification Required: IAT Level 2
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Job Summary:The Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) Administrator is responsible for the deployment, configuration, and ongoing management of MDE to ensure endpoint security across the organization. This role plays a critical part in the cybersecurity posture of the company, helping to detect, investigate, and respond to threats at the endpoint level.Key Responsibilities:

• Deploy and configure Microsoft Defender for Endpoint across Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile platforms.
• Integrate MDE with other Microsoft security solutions such as Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft 365 Defender, and Intune.
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts and incidents using the MDE Security Console.
• Manage device onboarding, policies, configurations, and threat indicators.
• Collaborate with SOC, IT, and compliance teams to maintain endpoint protection and threat detection standards.
• Create and maintain custom detection rules, automated remediation actions, and security baselines.
• Develop and maintain documentation including SOPs, configuration guides, and incident response playbooks.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, NIST, GDPR).
• Provide support for vulnerability and patch management processes via integration with MDE.
• Stay current with threat intelligence and Microsoft Defender product updates.
  Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 1-2 years specifically managing Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Defender, Microsoft Intune, Azure Active Directory, and Group Policy.
  • Solid understanding of endpoint detection and response (EDR) concepts.
  • Familiarity with scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, KQL for custom queries).
  • Experience with threat hunting, incident response, and remediation processes. Preferred Qualifications:
    • Experience in large enterprise environments.
    • Knowledge of frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, and Zero Trust architecture.
    • Experience with SIEM solutions like Microsoft Sentinel or Splunk.
    • Understanding of mobile threat defense integration and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) security

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