Cybersecurity Endpoint Security Engineer Job at CompQsoft in New Orleans

Apply 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.