Patch Tech Staffing

www.patchstaffing.com

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About the Company

Patch is dedicated to providing customized tech (IT/AV) staffing solutions that meet the unique needs and company culture of our clients across North America. We offer staffing services for a wide range of technical positions, including software developers, network engineers, project managers, cybersecurity professionals, audio visual professionals and many more. Our extensive network of industry contacts and talent pools allows us to quickly identify and attract the best candidates for our clients' needs. We offer flexible staffing options including temporary, contract-to-hire, and direct placement services. Whether you need to quickly fill a short-term project or hire a permanent employee, we have the expertise and resources to meet your staffing needs.

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Company Name: Patch Tech Staffing
Job Title: Security Engineer (Linux)
Job Description: Job Title: Security Engineer (Linux) Role Summary: Deploy, configure, and manage Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on enterprise Linux environments, integrating with existing security tools, automating deployments, and tuning alerts to ensure robust protection and compliance. Expectations: 6‑month contract with potential extension or conversion to full‑time; 1 onsite day per week (Toronto); independent and collaborative work, continuous learning mindset. Key Responsibilities: • Deploy, configure, and maintain Microsoft Defender for Endpoint across multiple Linux distributions. • Integrate Defender with IT and security toolsets, including Intune for AV policy and exclusion management. • Develop and maintain automation scripts (Ansible, shell, Python) for large‑scale deployment and configuration management. • Tune benign MDE alerts via suppression rules; collaborate with infrastructure and application owners to implement necessary exclusions. • Maintain comprehensive documentation of processes, configurations, and exclusion procedures. • Provide technical guidance and training to internal teams on Defender best practices for Linux. • Monitor emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and Linux‑specific updates; recommend proactive mitigations. Required Skills: • 3+ years managing Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Linux. • 3+ years administering Red Hat or similar Linux distributions. • 3+ years scripting in Bash and Python; proficiency in Ansible for configuration management. • Networking fundamentals relevant to endpoint protection. • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills. Required Education & Certifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience). • Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate, RHCE, CompTIA Security+, or equivalent. ---