DescriptionGrant Thorntons Cybersecurity practice is rapidly growing and we are seeking a Cyber Threat Protection Manager to join our team. This role is ideal for a cybersecurity professional with hands-on experience in Microsoft threat protection technologies and a strong understanding of threat detection and response strategies. You will work with clients to design and implement proactive defense mechanisms leveraging Microsofts security ecosystem to protect against evolving cyber threats.
From day one youll be empowered by the greater Risk team to help clients make the moves that will help them achieve their vision and help you achieve more confidently.
Your day-to-day may include:
- Deliver Microsoft Threat Protection solutions including:
- Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Identity Office 365 and Cloud Apps
- Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR)
- Conduct threat modeling detection engineering and incident response planning.
- Support the development of detection and response strategies aligned with Zero Trust and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks.
- Collaborate with client stakeholders to assess current security posture and develop future-state roadmaps.
- Provide technical guidance and training to client teams on Microsoft security tools.
- Stay current on emerging threats vulnerabilities and Microsoft security innovations.
- Support practice development and sales activities including assisting with client proposal development and
- Leading and mentoring multidisciplinary teams on client engagements.
You have the following technical skills and qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Information Systems or a related field.
- Relevant certifications such as SC-200 AZ-500 CISSP GIAC or related certification required.
- 5 years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on threat detection response or security operations.
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender suite and Microsoft Sentinel.
- Strong understanding of threat intelligence adversary tactics and incident response frameworks.
- Familiarity with scripting languages such as KQL or PowerShell.
- Strong communication skills and ability to translate technical concepts for business stakeholders.
- Experience in project management and cross-functional team collaboration.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot for Security and AI-driven threat detection.
- Ability to contribute to proposal development and client presentations.
- Can travel as needed
The base salary range for this position in Chicago IL only is between $144000 and $216000.
The base salary range for this position in New York NY only is between $155500 and $233300.
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Required Experience:
Manager