MSP Sr Engineer
Are you a seasoned IT professional with a passion for cybersecurity, mentorship, and operational excellence in the MSP space? We're looking for a Senior Engineer to join our growing team—someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, leads by example, and brings deep technical experience to support our clients and mentor junior engineers.
Trif Technologies is a Managed Service Provider (MSP) dedicated to serving small and medium-sized businesses in the D/FW Metroplex since 2000. Our mission is to provide comprehensive technology solutions that empower our clients to leverage new technologies effectively.
What You’ll Do
Help architect and implement technology refresh projects with secure and scalable solutions across Entra, Microsoft 365, Windows Server, networking, and implement our cybersecurity stacks for diverse client environments
Play a critical role in day-day tickets involving Help Desk, Cybersecurity, Cloud Technologies, AI Solutions, Networking, Servers, Workstations and Troubleshooting.
Manage, optimize, and troubleshoot MSP tools such as PSA (e.g., ConnectWise, Autotask), RMM platforms (e.g., N-central, Kaseya, Ninja), and cybersecurity platforms.
Deploy and manage advanced cybersecurity solutions including EDR, MDR, SaaS alerting, PAM, DLP, and MFA.
Secure and monitor Entra and Microsoft 365 tenants, including conditional access, compliance policies, data loss prevention, and threat intelligence integration.
Requirements – Senior Lead Engineer (MSP & Cybersecurity)
Experience:
10+ years of IT industry experience
5+ years working in a Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment (required)
Proven experience mentoring and leading junior engineers
Strong client-facing experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities
MSP Tool Proficiency:
Professional Services Automation (PSA) platforms such as ConnectWise or Autotask
Remote Monitoring & Management (RMM) tools such as N-central, Ninja, Kaseya, or similar
Cybersecurity Expertise:
Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) and Managed Detection & Response (MDR) tools (e.g., SentinelOne, CrowdStrike)
SaaS security alerting and monitoring tools (e.g., SaaS Alerts, Defender for Cloud Apps)
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Privileged Access Management (PAM), Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Vulnerability scanning and analysis and/or Incident Response (IR) experience
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, CIS, or ISO 27001
Microsoft 365 Skills:
Deep knowledge of securing and managing Entra and M365 environments
Hands-on experience with Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Intune, and Defender
Ability to configure compliance policies, conditional access, and audit logs
Experience with monitoring and alerting through Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance Center
Preferred Certifications (Not Required, But a Plus):
Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, M365 Enterprise Admin, or equivalent
CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, or similar certifications
ITIL Foundation or related process certifications
Other Requirements:
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Must be able to pass a background check
Must have own reliable transportation for onsite customer visits
Occasional after-hours availability for emergency support
Why Join Us:
Be part of a forward-thinking, cybersecurity-first MSP
Work with cutting-edge tools and a supportive, collaborative team
Opportunities for leadership and continued professional growth emergency support
Competitive salary, benefits, and flexible work arrangements
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Experience:
Working for an MSP: 2 years (Required)
Location:
Dallas, TX 75240 (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Dallas, TX 75240 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dallas, TX 75240