Trellix Security Engineer
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Job description
- Lead the design, deployment, and maintenance of Trellix security architecture.
- Monitor, analyze, and respond to security events and threats across endpoints and infrastructure.
- Configure and operate endpoint protection policies and detection rules.
- Conduct security assessments and coordinate remediation activities.
- Integrate Trellix with enterprise systems.
- Lead troubleshooting, triage, and root cause analysis.
- Develop process documentation, SOPs, and system configuration hardening guides.
Requirements
- Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY and maintain an active HHS/NIH clearance are preferred.
- Minimum of THREE (3) years of hands-on experience with deploying and maintaining Trellix in an enterprise environment.
- Minimum of a Bachelors Degree is required.
- Deep understanding of NIST SP 800-53 and FISMA requirements.
- Soft Skills: Strong communication and analytical thinking; ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and deadlines.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
- Experience developing automated data pipelines or integrating APIs into Power BI dashboards.
- Certifications: Active CompTIA Security+ CE preferred. Other certifications (CISSP, CEH, or cloud-related) are a plus.
- Familiarity with ServiceNow or Splunk Security Essentials.
- Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework and vulnerability prioritization methodologies (e.g., EPSS, CVSS v3).
- Prior experience within a federal or HHS environment.
Benefits & conditions
The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
- Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
- Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Care.com annual membership
- Employee Assistance Program
- Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
- Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.