Senior Analyst - Microsoft Defender at CDW

This role is for an experienced Cybersecurity Professional with a strong technical background in incident response and the Microsoft security ecosystem. You should be a problem-solver who enjoys technical deep dives—performing root cause analysis, packet captures, and OS-level troubleshooting. While "Senior" is in the title, the requirement of 1+ years of SOC experience (or 6 years in general IT) makes this accessible for high-performing mid-level analysts looking to specialize as a Subject Matter Expert. The position offers a high level of responsibility within a Fortune 500 managed services environment. You will spend 60% of your time on active support and 40% on service improvement and professional development. Because this is a 24/7 Managed Security Services operation, candidates must be prepared for a rotating shift schedule that includes weekends and holidays to ensure constant client coverage. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Have hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender or Sentinel in a SOC environment. * Hold certifications like SC-200, SC-100, or equivalent vendor certs (Palo Alto, Splunk, CrowdStrike). * Are comfortable with 24/7 shift work and providing high-touch "Trusted Advisor" support to clients. * Excel at mentoring junior team members and documenting standard operating procedures.