Microsoft Defender For Endpoint (DfE) Support Specialist Apply Now! Back to search Location: Washington, District of Columbia Posted: 7/17/2025 Location Name: Washington, DC Wage Max: 135,000.00 Annual Wage Min: 100,000.00 Annual COMPANY OVERVIEW Join our award-winning team at Information Management Resources, Inc. (IMRI), a small business leader in the technology industry known for our commitment to innovation, excellence, and authenticity. Founded in 1992, IMRI has been at the forefront of delivering advanced cybersecurity and IT solutions, safeguarding organizations against evolving threats. We have built a reputation for our expertise in Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Strategic Business Consulting, and Staff Augmentation. Guided by our core values of innovation, excellence, and a solution-driven mindset, we have served a diverse portfolio of customers that includes federal agencies, state and local governments, and Fortune 1000 companies. At IMRI, we recognize the integral part our employees play in our ongoing success. To support this, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, tailored to meet the individual needs of our employees. We are committed to promoting their overall well-being and equipping them with the necessary tools to flourish in their careers. We welcome you to be a part of our ongoing mission as we continue to navigate the digital landscape, committed to empowering organizations with our innovative solutions. POSITION SUMMARY: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (DfE) Support Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of working knowledge in Government Community Cloud High (GCC-H)/GCC environments and at least five years of overall IT or cybersecurity experience. This role involves deploying, maintaining, and optimizing Microsoft Defender for Endpoint solutions while ensuring alignment with security best practices. The position requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, government-focused environment. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The DfE Support Specialist will be responsible for: • Deploying Defender for Endpoint agents to meet the minimum threshold of Microsoft-supported endpoint devices using Microsoft Intune or Active Directory (AD) Group Policy Objects (GPO). • Identifying target endpoint machines, operating system versions, and appropriate deployment methods. • Creating and testing deployment scripts, including the uninstallation of legacy Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and anti-virus solutions. • Developing support infrastructure for mass deployment, such as storage accounts and authorization mechanisms. • Verifying onboarding, reporting, and proper configuration to align with Microsoft best practices. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. • At least five (5) years of overall experience in IT, cybersecurity, or a related technical field. • Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on experience in Government Community Cloud High (GCC-H)/GCC environments. • Knowledge, skills, and abilities to operate, maintain, and upgrade two or more of the following tools: Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft DfE, Xacta 360/IO, Zscaler, FedRamp, Cloudflare, NetWitness, Tenable IO, Nexpose, Armis, Trellix HX/CM, and ServiceNow. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. • Ability to pass a Public Trust background check prior to onboarding. IMRI offers top-tier benefits that include: medical coverage through nationally recognized carriers, ancillary coverages, paid vacation and sick leave in compliance with all state and local laws, 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance and LTD, and several additional voluntary coverages. Pay will be commensurate with the experience, skills, and qualifications that the candidate brings to the position. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EEO/Affirmative Action Statement and Non-Discrimination Policy IMRI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory, diverse work environment. In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), Americans with Disabilities) (ADA), and other federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws, IMRI does not unlawfully discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, age, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or status as a special disabled veteran or other veteran. IMRI will take affirmative action to assure equal opportunity for employment is provided with regard to all personnel actions. This is including but not limited to: recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, demotion, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. Apply Now!