Cybersecurity Engineer

Wiley Rein LLP is hiring a Cybersecurity Engineer to design, implement, and maintain security solutions for enterprise systems and data in a secure, government-regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls across Microsoft Azure and cloud-based SaaS environments
• Support cloud security posture management and ongoing improvement of cloud security configurations
• Manage Microsoft Entra ID / Azure AD capabilities including MFA, Conditional Access, RBAC, and privileged access management
• Support Microsoft Purview functions including data classification, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), information protection, retention, and insider risk controls
• Manage CrowdStrike Falcon / EDR and Falcon Cloud Security (or related modules)
• Design and implement security architectures and security solutions
• Configure and upgrade security systems to meet evolving requirements
• Ensure compliance with client-defined and applicable regulations and security requirements, including GDPR, HIPAA, and CMMC
• Set up and maintain secure environments and configurations aligned to client requirements and industry standards
• Perform risk analysis and security assessments
• Collaborate with IT and client teams to meet security objectives
• Manage encryption, access controls, and endpoint security solutions
• Monitor and optimize security infrastructure for reliability and performance
• Document system configurations, processes, and changes
• Respond to after-hours security issues as needed

Requirements

• Professional communication skills in both oral and written forms
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, coordinate deadlines, and track task progress
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials
• Capability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in and out of team environments
• Ability to understand and adopt the organization’s structure
• Collaborative attitude and willingness to share
• Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex problems
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Willingness to learn and adopt new methodologies
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity engineering and architecture
• Familiarity with GDPR, HIPAA, and CMMC requirements
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and documentation abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively and respond flexibly to changing needs
• Flexibility and willingness to respond to issues during and outside of core business hours

Technologies

• Microsoft Azure
• Microsoft Entra ID
• Azure AD
• MFA
• Conditional Access
• RBAC
• Privileged access management
• Microsoft Purview
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
• Insider risk controls
• CrowdStrike Falcon
• EDR
• Falcon Cloud Security

Education and Experience

• College degree preferred; high school diploma required
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant cybersecurity engineering experience
• Experience with secure government-regulated cloud platforms and environments (e.g., GCC High or similar)

Location and Compensation

• Location: Washington, DC (onsite)
• Salary: USD 165,000 - 175,000 per year

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plan coverage
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm discretionary contribution
• Generous paid time off (PTO) package plus ten firm paid holidays
• Access to state of the art on-site fitness facilities and locker rooms and wellness programming
• Paid parental leave
• Subsidized backup child/elder care

Other Duties and Expectations

• Meet department expectations to retrieve, read, and/or respond to firm and client-related e-mail messages during and outside of core business and scheduled work hours by connecting a personal mobile device (smartphone or tablet with a data plan) to the firm’s network
• This description outlines the basic requirements of the position; other duties may be assigned