GuidePoint Security
Senior Security Engineer - Northwest region (Seattle, WA)
GuidePoint Security, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation’s top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.
Senior Security Engineer – Northwest GuidePoint Security is growing and expanding and looking for a Senior Security Engineer to support our customers by providing architectural guidance and assisting with product recommendations. The Senior Security Engineer will be instrumental in deploying and operationalizing solutions for various customers throughout the region. This position will spend 65% of their time focused on architecting and implementing cybersecurity solutions and 35% on recommending the best technologies to solve our customer’s cybersecurity problems.
Note : This position REQUIRES someone local to the Seattle, WA area to be considered.
Role and responsibilities:
Serve as our Clients’ primary technical point of contact throughout a project lifecycle.
Design, implement, and operationalize security controls across a wide range of IT and enterprise business systems.
Understand and articulate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Prioritize and successfully deliver across a portfolio of projects in a fast-paced environment.
Create comprehensive business and technical collateral tailored to technical and managerial audiences.
Approximately 25% local travel in the Seattle area is required for customer/vendor meetings and events, QBRs, etc. The rest of the work can be done from home.
Experience Required:
Security engineering experience in the Information Security industry or as a technical lead for an internal Information Security program.
Experience with architecture, implementation, and troubleshooting of security technologies such as Network, Data Security, SIEM, Endpoint, etc.
Proficiency in multiple security technologies including Next-Gen Firewalls, DLP, SASE, NAC, PAM, EDR, NDR, SIEM, Application Security, Cloud Workload Protection Platforms, Cloud Security Posture Management, etc.
Strong understanding of networking security concepts like routing, segmentation, zones, NAT, etc.
Deep proficiency in client and server operating systems including Windows, Mac, and Linux.
General networking and security troubleshooting skills.
Scripting and development skills (BASH, Perl, Python, PowerShell, or Java) with strong regex knowledge.
Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP security best practices.
Understanding of advanced security concepts such as Defense in Depth and Zero Trust.
Experience in a consultative or professional services role.
Industry Certifications from ISC2, SANS GIAC, or vendor certifications are preferred.
Additional Information: We use Greenhouse Software for applicant tracking and Zoom Scheduler for HR screening. Please check your SPAM folder for updates.
Why GuidePoint? GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value-added reseller focused exclusively on Information Security. Since 2011, it has grown to over 1000 employees, established strategic partnerships, and serves more than 4,200 customers.
Our core values drive our success and workplace culture. Our colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and collaborative, offering mentorship and guidance.
Perks and Benefits:
Primarily remote work (U.S.-based, some travel may be required)
Health insurance options, including PPO and HSA plans with employer contributions
Dental insurance with employer contribution
12 holidays and flexible time off
Mobile and internet allowances
Retirement plan eligibility after 2 months
Pet benefit option
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Senior Security Engineer – Northwest GuidePoint Security is growing and expanding and looking for a Senior Security Engineer to support our customers by providing architectural guidance and assisting with product recommendations. The Senior Security Engineer will be instrumental in deploying and operationalizing solutions for various customers throughout the region. This position will spend 65% of their time focused on architecting and implementing cybersecurity solutions and 35% on recommending the best technologies to solve our customer’s cybersecurity problems.
Note : This position REQUIRES someone local to the Seattle, WA area to be considered.
Role and responsibilities:
Serve as our Clients’ primary technical point of contact throughout a project lifecycle.
Design, implement, and operationalize security controls across a wide range of IT and enterprise business systems.
Understand and articulate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Prioritize and successfully deliver across a portfolio of projects in a fast-paced environment.
Create comprehensive business and technical collateral tailored to technical and managerial audiences.
Approximately 25% local travel in the Seattle area is required for customer/vendor meetings and events, QBRs, etc. The rest of the work can be done from home.
Experience Required:
Security engineering experience in the Information Security industry or as a technical lead for an internal Information Security program.
Experience with architecture, implementation, and troubleshooting of security technologies such as Network, Data Security, SIEM, Endpoint, etc.
Proficiency in multiple security technologies including Next-Gen Firewalls, DLP, SASE, NAC, PAM, EDR, NDR, SIEM, Application Security, Cloud Workload Protection Platforms, Cloud Security Posture Management, etc.
Strong understanding of networking security concepts like routing, segmentation, zones, NAT, etc.
Deep proficiency in client and server operating systems including Windows, Mac, and Linux.
General networking and security troubleshooting skills.
Scripting and development skills (BASH, Perl, Python, PowerShell, or Java) with strong regex knowledge.
Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP security best practices.
Understanding of advanced security concepts such as Defense in Depth and Zero Trust.
Experience in a consultative or professional services role.
Industry Certifications from ISC2, SANS GIAC, or vendor certifications are preferred.
Additional Information: We use Greenhouse Software for applicant tracking and Zoom Scheduler for HR screening. Please check your SPAM folder for updates.
Why GuidePoint? GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value-added reseller focused exclusively on Information Security. Since 2011, it has grown to over 1000 employees, established strategic partnerships, and serves more than 4,200 customers.
Our core values drive our success and workplace culture. Our colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and collaborative, offering mentorship and guidance.
Perks and Benefits:
Primarily remote work (U.S.-based, some travel may be required)
Health insurance options, including PPO and HSA plans with employer contributions
Dental insurance with employer contribution
12 holidays and flexible time off
Mobile and internet allowances
Retirement plan eligibility after 2 months
Pet benefit option
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