Sentinel Engineering Lead

Valiant Solutions is seeking a Sentinel Engineering Lead to join our rapidly growing and innovative cybersecurity team!

As a Sentinel Engineering Lead, you will be responsible for the configuration, operations, and maintenance of our clients Sentinel platform(Federal Government customer), a critical component of their cybersecurity infrastructure. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the platform meets the organization's security requirements and effectively detects and responds to threats. Additionally, you will drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the platform's capabilities and scalability, while staying abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices.

Named one of the Best Places to Work in the Washington DC area for 11 consecutive years, Valiant is proud of our employee-centric culture and commitment to excellence. If you are interested in learning more about Valiant and this opportunity, we invite you to apply now!

This position allows for 100% remote work, as long as you live within 25 miles of a regional office. Remote work necessitates a high-level trust in our employees and we strictly adhere to the details found below in our Remote Work Policy. 

Required Experience:

• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain a public trust federal clearance
• Minimum 4 years of experience in a similar role.
• Relevant industry certifications, including, but not limited to Microsoft Certified Security Operations Analyst, Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert, Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator or other relevant certifications.

• Experience and proficiency in KQL.
• Knowledge of the Azure Sentinel components.
• Knowledge and familiarity with different security attack vectors and means of protection.
• Experience with Azure Sentinel SIEM platform.
• Intermediate PowerShell experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Cloud Technologies such as Azure, M365 Defender, Azure, Active Directory, and Exchange Online.
• Basic support experience with Networking and Storage
• Ability to work in a dynamic work environment and ability to coordinate and perform multiple assignments.

• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated experience working independently to resolve complex issues.

• Experience configuring Sentinel data connectors
• Experience developing and managing custom Sentinel data connectors.
• Experience designing, configuring, and managing custom Sentinel workbooks
• Experience designing, configuring, and managing Sentinel analytics rules and automation playbooks.
• Experience designing and implementing RBAC across various Sentinel resources.

Responsibilities:

• Configuration, operation, and maintenance of the Sentinel platform.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and define technical specifications for platform enhancements.
• Ensure the platform aligns with the organization's security policies, compliance standards, and business objectives.
• Oversee the implementation of new features, enhancements, and integrations to improve the platform's effectiveness.
• Conduct code reviews, provide technical guidance, and mentor team members to maintain high coding standards and best practices.
• Monitor platform performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement optimizations to enhance reliability and scalability.
• Work closely with DevOps teams to automate deployment processes and ensure seamless platform updates.
• Stay informed about emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends to guide platform development and threat detection strategies.
• Collaborate with incident response teams to analyze security incidents and refine alerting and response capabilities.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on platform performance, key metrics, and ongoing initiatives.

About Valiant Solutions

Valiant Solutions is a security-focused IT solutions provider with public clients nationwide. Named one of the fastest growing privately held companies by Inc. 5000, Washington Technology’s Fast 50, and Washington Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in the D.C. area, Valiant Solutions prides itself on providing its employees with great benefits and career development opportunities. As a company, we are just as committed to growing careers as we are to building world-class IT solutions, all while enjoying an unparalleled work-life balance. We are in a phase of tremendous growth and building the team that will take us to the next level. We seek people whose talents and accomplishments will contribute to a thriving company, who have the character to support their capacity, and can make a positive impact on our culture. Alongside our talented team, you’ll learn to think quickly on your feet and expand your own personal and professional skill set. Our management team will inspire you to consider new perspectives and challenge you to become a better practitioner in the fast-paced industry of IT security. We hire people we respect – and we trust them to deliver results leveraging their expertise. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment as part of a stellar team of professionals, then we invite you to apply online today.

Benefits Snapshot (includes, but not limited to)
Valiant pays 99% of the Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage for Full-time Employees
Valiant contributes 25% towards Health Coverage for Family and Dependents
100% Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance Policy for Full-time Employees
100% Paid Certifications
401K Matching up to 4%
Paid Time Off
Paid Federal Holidays
Paid Time On – 40 hours to pursue innovation
Wellness & Fitness Program
Valiant University – Online Education and Training Portal
Reimbursement for Public Transit and Parking
FSA programs for: Medical Costs, Dependent Care, Transit, and Parking
Referral Bonuses

The salary range for this position is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. It has been benchmarked in relation to the scope of the role, market rate, and internal equity. The salary for this role is expected to be in the $110,000 - $140,000 range. Where a candidate falls within the band can be determined based on one or more of the following: skillset, experience level, achievements, education, geographic location, security clearance, involvement in corporate tasks, and other non-discriminatory factors. In addition to the base salary, this role will include benefits as described below.  Valiant reserves the right to adjust the salary range, experience requirements, and position responsibilities at any time without prior notice. 

Remote Work Policy 

Remote work necessitates a high level of trust in our employees. To ensure that employee performance does not suffer in a remote work environment, all employees who telecommute are expected to have a quiet and distraction-free workspace with adequate internet, dedicate their full attention and availability to their job duties during working hours, and maintain a schedule during core business hours that align with those of their coworkers and Valiant's clients. In alignment with Valiant's inclusive and engaging environment, cameras are encouraged and can be required to be on during virtual video conferences. Additionally, in alignment with the Office of the Inspector General’s effort to eliminate conflicting employment, all Valiant employees are required to disclose any current or future outside employment engagements. During onboarding and throughout employment, employees must disclose any current activities or intent to engage in outside employment or other professional activities and obtain written approval.  Employees may not solicit or conduct any outside business during core business hours for Valiant Solutions and our clients.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Valiant Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable law.

Physical Demands

Sitting or standing at a desk for prolonged periods of time and consistent operation of a computer. Frequent communication and exchanging of accurate information via electronic communication, phones, and in person. Occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Authorization to Share Resume and Personal Information

By submitting your resume for this position, you authorize Valiant Solutions to share your resume, as well as, personal information included on the resume, with its subsidiaries, affiliates and teaming partners for the purpose of considering you for this position and other available positions requiring comparable skills, education and experience. Should Valiant Solutions or its affiliates and teaming partners wish to initiate pre-employment discussions, you will be asked to complete an employment application and related employment documents.