Security Associate Consultant

**Security Associate Consultant (C2)

Location: West Chester, OH (Hybrid or Remote)**

Salary based on experience $60,000-$90,000 annually

Eligible for both bonus and commission

The Security Associate Consultant (C2) leads smaller projects with limited oversight and supports larger engagements as part of a team, providing hands-on technical expertise in deploying security solutions that deliver business value. This role focuses on understanding design decisions, executing implementations, and supporting clients through strong communication and technical delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Delivery \& Technical Execution

• Associate Consultants are expected to lead smaller projects with little oversight, and assist with larger projects as part of a team.
• Associate Consultants should understand why decisions were made in the design portion of the project and explain the impact of key decisions on the technology.
• Associate Consultants should also understand basic licensing structures.
• The Associate Consultant provides guidance and hands-on technical expertise in deploying solutions that unlock the value of the solution for our clients.
• Implementation of proposed solutions based on documented designs.
• Assists with the management and successful completion of project initiatives on-time and within budget; completing project plans and maintaining project schedules.

Client Engagement \& Advisory

• Ability and willingness to understand customers' business and the value of technology on the business.
• Comfortable in customer-facing roles and initiates communication with client project stakeholders to drive transparency.
• Prioritize and maintain commitments and delivery dates for multiple projects and customers simultaneously.
• As the client's trusted adviser, provides guidance and recommendations with the best interests of client in mind.
• As the client's trusted advisor, identify and facilitate additional opportunities.
• Transfer knowledge to customers as part of the delivery of services.
• Aware of customer desired business outcomes from engagements.
• Identifies potential new business opportunities with existing clients; shares ideas with Senior and Principal team members.

Project \& Team Support

• Assist with project scoping and design as part of a larger team.

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Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent (3 years) work experience.
• Proficient knowledge of and working experience with Microsoft Defender solutions, prioritized as follows:

+ Defender for Endpoint

+ Defender for Cloud Apps

+ Sentinel

+ Defender for Office

Skills \& Abilities

• Utilize troubleshooting and debugging skills.
• Ability to work independently/self-reliant and show initiative with minimum supervision.
• Ability to quickly learn new technology and apply to appropriate business situations.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict time deadlines.
• Ability to listen effectively and seek clarification.
• Accept responsibility for own actions.
• Approach others in a tactful manner.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to leverage AI solutions where appropriate, including fact-checking/validation of outputs.

Preferred Skills

• Proficient knowledge of and working experience with Microsoft and 3rd party solutions, as relates to integration with the Defender Suite and Sentinel.

Certifications

• MS-500 — Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator Associate
• AZ-500 — Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
• SC-100 — Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect
• SC-200 — Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate
• SC-300 — Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate

Other Ancillary Technologies \& Certifications

• Knowledge of and/or experience with equivalent 3rd party security solutions.
• 3rd party solution certifications.

Benefits

We invest in our people because they are our greatest asset. Our benefits include:

• Health \& Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Future-Ready Retirement: Employer-sponsored 401(k) with company contributions.
• Security \& Protection: Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• Generous PTO: Ample vacation, 8 paid holidays, and a floating holiday.
• Professional Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies, certifications, and career development through Microsoft partnerships.

About KiZAN

At KiZAN, we don’t just deliver technology—we transform it into a strategic advantage. As a premier Microsoft Gold Partner and elite provider of Professional and Managed Services, we empower regional, national, and global enterprises to innovate, connect, and thrive. Excellence isn’t optional here, it’s our standard.

Joining KiZAN means stepping into a culture of collaboration, influence, and impact. Here, you don’t just support leadership, you help shape the future