Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Description

The Senior Cybersecurity Engineer is a key member of the Information Technology team responsible for designing, implementing, and managing enterprise security technologies, programs, and processes that protect organizational systems, networks, and data.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support CMMC Level 1 and Level 2 compliance initiatives, including implementation, documentation, assessment preparation, and ongoing control management.
• Administer and enhance Microsoft 365 security capabilities, including Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender, eDiscovery, and related compliance tools.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for information security matters, including security awareness, risk identification, and definition of system security requirements.
• Engineer, implement, and monitor security controls to protect computer systems, networks, applications, and organizational information.
• Design security architecture and develop detailed security designs that align with organizational needs and industry best practices.
• Prepare, maintain, and update documentation for core security functions, operational processes, and standard operating procedures.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot security infrastructure devices and related systems.
• Develop and implement technical solutions and security tools to identify, reduce, and mitigate security vulnerabilities.
• Lead incident response, forensic analysis, and post-incident investigative activities for security events and suspected compromises.
• Develop and maintain tools, processes, and infrastructure to support automation of incident response activities.
• Create comprehensive reports that summarize assessment findings, outcomes, risks, and recommendations for continued security improvement.
• Support third-party audit activities by preparing evidence, coordinating responses, and assisting with remediation efforts.
• Collaborate with internal teams across GeoEngineers to deploy security tools, improve processes, and promote consistent security practices across the organization.
• Act as Incident Response and Crisis Management Lead during declared security incidents.
• Manage vulnerability mitigation strategies and maintain vulnerability scanning efforts across internal and external resources.
• Serve as a resource for network engineering and administration activities as needed.

Qualifications 

• Experience with Arctic Wolf, Cisco Meraki, KnowBe4, Cisco Umbrella, Cisco DUO, Nexpose.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field from an accredited college or university; equivalent combinations of education, certification, and relevant work experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of related IT experience, including at least two years in an information security-focused role; experience in a corporate or professional services environment is highly preferred.
• One or more recognized industry certifications preferred, such as CCNA, CISSP, Security+, or similar credentials.
• Strong technical expertise with demonstrated ability to implement security solutions based on current security principles, techniques, protocols, and best practices.
• Demonstrated experience building and maintaining security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, endpoint protection, authentication platforms, log management, content filtering, and related technologies.
• Solid foundation of higher-level information security concepts, assessment methodologies, and integration of security practices into an organization such as GeoEngineers.
• Knowledge of network and web related protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, IPSEC, HTTP, TLS, SSL, BGP).
• Possess demonstrable experience with a multitude of information security technologies and processes such as: intrusion detection systems, web application firewalls, centralized logging solutions, endpoint security, data loss prevention systems, security information and event management systems, content delivery platforms, load balancers, single sign on systems, cloud platforms, threat intelligence, event correlation, virtualization technologies, system and application vulnerability assessment tools, security awareness and incident response.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, as well as strong problem solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Availability to participate in 24/7 incident response.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment 

• Normal office environment with moderate noise levels, occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs., prolonged sitting and regular walking, bending, standing and reaching.  
• Ability to perform consistent work on a PC with prolonged view of a monitor/screen. 
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally as needed. 

Our best estimate of the salary for this position, located Seattle, WA, Redmond, WA, or Boston, MA, is $106, 000 - $169,000 annually. Our best estimate of the salary for this position, located in Tacoma, WA, or Portland, OR, is $103,000 - $164,000. Our best estimate of the salary for this position, located in Salt Lake City, UT, or St. Louis, MO, is $98,000 - $156,000. Compensation offered will be based on a variety of individual factors, including education and experience, as well as internal equity. GeoEngineers’ salary ranges are reviewed and updated each year and employees are eligible for pay increases based on individual performance. As part of our competitive total rewards package, employees in this role may also be eligible for our annual year-end bonus offering, subject to program eligibility requirements.

At GeoEngineers, investing in our people is a top priority. In addition to competitive and equitable pay, we are proud to offer a wide range of benefits to support employees and their families, including healthcare (with travel benefit for care not locally available), 401(k) with company match, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, paid vacation and sick time and paid holidays, among others. View our full listing of benefits here.

Our Commitment to Belonging at GeoEngineers

When people feel they can bring their whole selves to work, that they have a voice and are supported and respected, it creates trust and a feeling of belonging— employees then flourish, grow their careers, and do the best work of their lives. A culture of belonging allows our employees to thrive and our company to prosper. This is a journey, and we are committed to doing the work, learning and evolving as we go.

GeoEngineers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

GeoEngineers is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@geoengineers.com or by phone at (425) 861-6000. We will then make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

We welcome and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for openings on our team. We would love for you to join us!

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