CompQsoft
Cybersecurity Endpoint Security Engineer
CompQsoft, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
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Description Title:
Cybersecurity
Endpoint Security Engineer Location: 2251 Lakeshore Dr- New Orleans, LA Clearance: Active Secret or Higher Duration: Long Term Certification: IAT LEVEL 2 Requirements We're seeking an experienced
Cybersecurity
Endpoint Security Engineer
to join our cybersecurity team. This role is critical in protecting and defending enterprise endpoints across Windows, Linux, and cloud-based environments within a DoD cybersecurity framework. The right candidate brings at least
5 years of hands-on experience
in endpoint security and a strong working knowledge of
Zero Trust principles . What You'll Do Manage, deploy, and optimize endpoint security solutions across
Linux, Microsoft Windows, and cloud environments . Operate, tune, and troubleshoot
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) ,
Trellix suite (ePO, ENS, DLP, etc.) . Operate, tune and troubleshoot
ForeScout. Provide technical expertise with
Host-Based Security System (HBSS) ,
Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP) , and
Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) . Support endpoint monitoring, detection, and response activities in compliance with
DoD cybersecurity directives . Apply and integrate
Zero Trust security models
across endpoint and cloud-based architectures. Perform vulnerability scans, analyze results, and drive remediation actions with system owners. Collaborate with SOC, compliance, cloud, and system engineering teams to ensure secure configurations and continuous monitoring. Document processes, develop playbooks, and share expertise across the cybersecurity team. What We're Looking For Minimum 5 years of experience
in
Cybersecurity endpoint protection
roles. High proficiency
in both
Linux OS
and
Microsoft Windows
administration. Strong experience with endpoint security platforms and
DoD cybersecurity requirements . Demonstrated experience working in
cloud-based environments
(AWS or similar). Familiarity with
HBSS, EPP, ACAS , and other endpoint security tools in the federal/DoD ecosystem. Hands-on experience with
MDE, Trellix ePO/ENS/DLP, and ForeScout . Strong knowledge and practical application of
Zero Trust principles . Ability to troubleshoot complex endpoint and cloud endpoint issues, providing root cause analysis. Ability to script in one or more of the following languages: Poweshell, Python, Bash, or others. Strong communication skills to work across technical and non-technical teams. Preferred Qualifications DoD 8570 IAT II/III certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CISSP, CASP+). Secret Clearance BS Degree in a technical field, additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree Previous experience supporting
DoD cybersecurity programs . Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as
STIGs, RMF, and advanced Zero Trust adoption roadmaps .
Description Title:
Cybersecurity
Endpoint Security Engineer Location: 2251 Lakeshore Dr- New Orleans, LA Clearance: Active Secret or Higher Duration: Long Term Certification: IAT LEVEL 2 Requirements We're seeking an experienced
Cybersecurity
Endpoint Security Engineer
to join our cybersecurity team. This role is critical in protecting and defending enterprise endpoints across Windows, Linux, and cloud-based environments within a DoD cybersecurity framework. The right candidate brings at least
5 years of hands-on experience
in endpoint security and a strong working knowledge of
Zero Trust principles . What You'll Do Manage, deploy, and optimize endpoint security solutions across
Linux, Microsoft Windows, and cloud environments . Operate, tune, and troubleshoot
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) ,
Trellix suite (ePO, ENS, DLP, etc.) . Operate, tune and troubleshoot
ForeScout. Provide technical expertise with
Host-Based Security System (HBSS) ,
Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP) , and
Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) . Support endpoint monitoring, detection, and response activities in compliance with
DoD cybersecurity directives . Apply and integrate
Zero Trust security models
across endpoint and cloud-based architectures. Perform vulnerability scans, analyze results, and drive remediation actions with system owners. Collaborate with SOC, compliance, cloud, and system engineering teams to ensure secure configurations and continuous monitoring. Document processes, develop playbooks, and share expertise across the cybersecurity team. What We're Looking For Minimum 5 years of experience
in
Cybersecurity endpoint protection
roles. High proficiency
in both
Linux OS
and
Microsoft Windows
administration. Strong experience with endpoint security platforms and
DoD cybersecurity requirements . Demonstrated experience working in
cloud-based environments
(AWS or similar). Familiarity with
HBSS, EPP, ACAS , and other endpoint security tools in the federal/DoD ecosystem. Hands-on experience with
MDE, Trellix ePO/ENS/DLP, and ForeScout . Strong knowledge and practical application of
Zero Trust principles . Ability to troubleshoot complex endpoint and cloud endpoint issues, providing root cause analysis. Ability to script in one or more of the following languages: Poweshell, Python, Bash, or others. Strong communication skills to work across technical and non-technical teams. Preferred Qualifications DoD 8570 IAT II/III certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CISSP, CASP+). Secret Clearance BS Degree in a technical field, additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree Previous experience supporting
DoD cybersecurity programs . Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as
STIGs, RMF, and advanced Zero Trust adoption roadmaps .