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General Dynamics Information Technology · 15 hours ago

Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS) Engineer

Tampa, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$123K/yr - $167K/yr

8+ years exp

General Dynamics Information Technology is a global technology and professional services company focused on delivering consulting, technology, and mission services. They are seeking an Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS) Engineer to support cybersecurity operations and enterprise endpoint protection, ensuring comprehensive security across enterprise networks.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Deploy, configure, and maintain endpoint security solutions including EDR, HIPS, encryption, device control, and vulnerability management agents

Monitor endpoint security platforms for performance, health, and security events; provide proactive recommendations for optimization

Analyze endpoint alerts, suspicious activity, and security incidents; support triage, investigation, and remediation

Integrate endpoint security solutions with enterprise systems, SIEM platforms, and cybersecurity workflows

Support lab-based testing, validation, and integration of new endpoint security technologies prior to enterprise rollout

Develop and maintain documentation for endpoint security configurations, SOPs, and troubleshooting procedures

Collaborate with cybersecurity, network, and systems teams to implement enterprise-wide endpoint protection enhancements

Assist in vulnerability management activities, including agent deployment, scanning, reporting, and remediation coordination

Participate in security audits, compliance reviews, and accreditation activities related to endpoint security

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members and other IT personnel

Engage with vendors to resolve technical issues, evaluate new capabilities, and support lifecycle management

Conduct system upgrades, patching, and maintenance to ensure endpoint security tools remain current and effective

Support enterprise modernization initiatives by identifying opportunities to automate, streamline, and enhance endpoint security operations

Produce reports, dashboards, and data sets to support leadership decision making and continuous improvement efforts

Assist in the design and implementation of new endpoint security capabilities to strengthen enterprise defense

Participate in capacity planning for endpoint security tools and supporting infrastructure

Continuously evaluate and recommend improvements to enhance endpoint protection, performance, and availability

Develop and deliver training sessions for staff on endpoint security best practices and secure configuration management

Support lifecycle testing, integration, and validation of emerging endpoint security technologies within lab environments

Contribute to cybersecurity modernization efforts by identifying innovative approaches to improve automation, orchestration, and operational efficiency

Qualification

Endpoint SecurityHost Intrusion Prevention System (HIPS)Endpoint DetectionResponse (EDR)Vulnerability ManagementDevice ControlEncryptionCybersecurity Best PracticesIncident ResponseAutomation ToolsCloud Security ConceptsTanium CertificationCrowdStrike CertificationLinux ExperienceWindows ExperienceDocumentation SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Top Secret/SCI clearance required

8+ years of related experience

US Citizenship required

Hands on experience with endpoint security solutions such as EDR, HIPS, encryption, device control, and vulnerability management agents

Strong understanding of endpoint protection strategies, cybersecurity best practices, and industry frameworks

Experience supporting large scale enterprise environments, including Windows and Linux endpoints

Ability to analyze endpoint security events, identify risks, and support incident response activities

Experience deploying and maintaining virtual appliances and servers supporting endpoint security tools

Strong documentation skills for configuration guides, SOPs, and troubleshooting procedures

Ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional IT and cybersecurity teams

Applicable DoD 8140 / DoD 8570 IAT Level II or III Certification

Preferred

Experience working with USCENTCOM or other DoD organizations

Familiarity with enterprise EDR platforms, host based security tools, and endpoint management systems

Experience with automation and orchestration tools (e.g., Ansible, PowerShell, Python)

Knowledge of cloud-based endpoint security concepts and hybrid cloud integrations

Ability to support end to end endpoint security engineering across pre production and production networks

CrowdStrike Certified Falcon Responder (CCFR)

Trellix/McAfee Certified Product Specialist (ENS, ePO)

Tanium Certified Operator or Tanium Certified Administrator

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages

401K with company match

Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts

Dental plan options

A vision plan

Ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match

Full flex work weeks

A variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave

Short and long-term disability benefits

Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance

Company

General Dynamics Information Technology

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General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.

Founded in 1999

Falls Church, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees