Defender Security Engineer

Post Date

Jan 28, 2026

Location

Toronto,
Ontario

ZIP/Postal Code

M5J 0
Canada
Apr 08, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Computer Engineering

Req #

TOR-f5512ed1-ca41-4326-87b6-f6f8c835feff

Pay Rate

$46 - $57 (hourly estimate)

Who Can Apply

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a highly skilled Microsoft Defender Engineer with a strong background in Windows engineering and security. The successful candidate will be responsible for deploying, configuring, and managing Microsoft Defender on our Windows Server infrastructure, ensuring robust protection and compliance with industry best practices.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

3+ years of experience in Windows engineering or administration.
2+ years of experience with endpoint security solutions, preferably Microsoft Defender.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate, RHCE, CompTIA Security+) are a plus.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.