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LaunchTech · 1 month ago

Sr. Endpoint Security Solution (ESS) Engineer (Huntsville)

Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

LaunchTech is seeking a Sr. Endpoint Security Solution (ESS) Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). In this role, you will lead a team of engineers responsible for endpoint security across the enterprise, ensure compliance, strengthen cyber defenses, and oversee the design and performance of the Trellix Endpoint Security environment and related cybersecurity tools.

CRMInformation Technology

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead a team of engineers ensuring the security and compliance of all endpoints within the MDA

Be responsible for the design, implementation, and management of the endpoint security infrastructure, with a primary focus on Trellix Endpoint Security

Provide operational and maintenance support for cybersecurity applications within the MDA environment

Obtain required training and certifications to manage privileged accounts and perform O&M tasks

Administer and maintain the cybersecurity suite, including account management, patching, troubleshooting, and deployment

Plan and implement new cybersecurity tools to enhance overall security posture

Troubleshoot complex technical issues independently or collaboratively

Generate after-action, root cause, status, and activity reports

Develop and maintain cybersecurity documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures

Lead and mentor ESS Engineers, coordinate patching, troubleshooting, compliance activities, and support after-hours maintenance as needed

Qualification

Endpoint SecurityTrellix Endpoint SecurityCybersecurity PrinciplesManagement ExperienceWindows TroubleshootingLinux TroubleshootingScripting LanguagesCybersecurity DocumentationNetwork Discovery ToolsVirtualization TechnologiesSQL Server AdministrationTeam Leadership

Required

Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field

Must have 8, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience

Must have 6, or more, years of directly related Endpoint Security experience

Must have 2, or more, years of experience working in a management or leadership role

Must have, or obtain within 3 months of start date, an HBSS administrator training certification

Must be able to support after-hour and weekend work, as needed

Must be able to maintain a restricted badge and work on site 4+ days per week

Must have a current Security+ and be enrolled in Continuing Education (CE)

Must have, or be able to obtain, an active Secret Clearance

Preferred

Have experience managing and leading a team of engineers

Have experience with Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS) such as Trellix (formerly McAfee), Tanium, or Elastic

Have an advanced understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices

Have experience with Windows and/or Linux environment troubleshooting

Have experience with STIGs, IAVMs, CTOs, OPORDs, and DISA Endpoint Security requirements

Be familiar with scripting languages (PowerShell, Python)

Have experience working in a DoD environment

Have experience with Network Discovery tools, vulnerability discovery and remediation, virtualization technologies (Citrix, VDI, Cisco, Linux/UNIX, VMware), scripting, firewall rules, and SQL Server tuning and administration