Senior Security Engineer (Presales) - Northwest region (San Francisco, CA)
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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 (Presales) - Northwest
GuidePoint Security is expanding and seeking a Senior Security Engineer (Presales) to support customers by providing architectural guidance and product recommendations. This role involves deploying and operationalizing solutions for various clients in the region, focusing 100% of the time on recommending the best technologies to address cybersecurity challenges.
Note: This position REQUIRES candidates to be local to the San Francisco, CA area.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary technical contact for clients throughout project lifecycles.
- Design, implement, and operationalize security controls across diverse IT and enterprise systems.
- Communicate complex technical information effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Prioritize and manage multiple projects successfully in a fast-paced environment.
- Create comprehensive technical and business collateral tailored to different audiences.
- Approximately 25% local travel within the Seattle area for meetings, events, and QBRs; remaining time working remotely.
Required Experience:
- Security engineering background in the Information Security industry or as a technical lead in an internal security program.
- Experience with architecture, implementation, and troubleshooting of security technologies such as Network Security, Data Security, SIEM, Endpoint Security, etc.
- Proficiency with security technologies including Next-Gen Firewalls, DLP, SASE, NAC, PAM, EDR, NDR, SIEM, AppSec, CWPP, CSPM, etc.
- Knowledge of networking security concepts like routing, segmentation, zones, NAT, etc.
- Deep understanding of Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems.
- Skills in networking and security troubleshooting.
- Scripting skills (BASH, Perl, Python, PowerShell, Java) with strong regex knowledge.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and 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-specific certifications are preferred.
Additional Information:
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Why Join GuidePoint?
GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable private company specializing in Information Security. Since 2011, we've expanded to over 1000 employees, partnered with leading security vendors, and serve over 4,200 customers. Our core values foster a collaborative and supportive workplace environment.
This role offers a unique opportunity to advance your career with one of the nation's fastest-growing companies.
Perks include:
- Primarily remote work (U.S. based, some travel may be required)
- Comprehensive health insurance options with employer contributions
- Paid dental insurance
- 12 holidays and a Flexible Time Off program
- Mobile phone and internet allowances
- Retirement plan eligibility after 2 months
- Pet benefits
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA, United States
- Salary:
- $250,000 +
- Category:
- Engineering