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Job Summary
Homeland is partnering exclusively with a leading global professional services firm to hire a Lead Security Engineer. This key role supports the organization’s Azure-focused security team and is essential to protecting the integrity, performance, and compliance of its enterprise systems. We’re looking for a strong security professional with deep technical skills, excellent communication abilities, and proven leadership. The Lead Security Engineer has hands-on security intelligence experience, works well in complex environments, and can guide security strategy—not just execute it. This hybrid role requires on-site work at the client’s headquarters in Downtown Atlanta.
Responsibilities
Act as the lead Security SME for Azure, cloud governance, identity, and system protection
Lead security strategy, architecture, and day-to-day operations across the Azure environment
Enhance and maintain the organization’s security posture through monitoring, access controls, and configuration hardening
Supervise, guide, and develop a Security Analyst reporting into this role
Partner with Infrastructure and Cloud Engineering to secure network components and configurations
Implement cloud security best practices, compliance standards, and audit requirements
Manage Azure Resource Groups, policies, Conditional Access, identity governance, and related controls
Perform risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities, investigate threats, and drive remediation
Utilize tools such as Azure Sentinel, EDR platforms, and Wiz to strengthen the environment
Leverage Azure Entra for identity, access, and enterprise application management
Stay current with related technologies, including Azure Virtual Desktop
Automate tasks and processes using PowerShell scripting
(Preferred) Contribute to Infrastructure-as-Code efforts using Terraform or similar tools
Support internal and external security audits and compliance initiatives
Requirements
5–7+ years in IT security, cyber defense, cloud security engineering, or related roles (Military Intelligence experience considered)
Proven success in an enterprise-level Azure security role
Strong knowledge of compliance audits, monitoring frameworks, and multi-team security strategies
Expertise in Microsoft Azure, including:
Azure Entra (Identity Governance, App Registration, SSO)
Azure Conditional Access
Azure Sentinel / SIEM
EDR, SOC operations, and vulnerability management
Proficiency with PowerShell for automation and configuration management
Experience with Red/Blue/Purple Team principles, risk assessment, and incident response
Comfortable operating in a hybrid work environment
Strong leadership skills—able to guide, mentor, and influence without formal authority
Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner cross-functionally and translate complex security concepts into business terms
Terraform or Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) experience is a plus
Prior experience supporting or securing large-scale cloud environments is highly preferred
Experience supporting security audits, internal/external assessments, and compliance initiatives
Additional Information
If you are a dynamic Azure security engineer with a strong, engaging personality—someone who thrives on collaboration, leads with influence, and can make a real impact on enterprise security—we invite you to apply today!
Benefits
This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $140,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package. Employees enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with a 3% employer contribution, generous PTO, paid parking or transit reimbursement, tuition assistance, and additional perks designed to support your health, growth, and work-life balance.
EEO Notice
Homeland LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Homeland LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Homeland LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.
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About the Company
Homeland: Tailored Recruitment for Tomorrow's Leaders At Homeland, we stand at the forefront of boutique recruitment, specializing in IT, Engineering, and Executive roles across various industries. We excel in providing comprehensive staffing solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of modern workplaces—covering contract, contract to hire, and permanent placements, as well as confidential and hyper-focused retained roles. Homeland maintains a 'small-town approach with big-time results,' ensuring the ideal match between c...
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