Cybersecurity Systems Engineer (TS/SCI) – MDE & Trellix HX Lead

Legato, LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 220,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Legato, LLC is seeking a Cybersecurity Systems Engineer to lead endpoint security across hybrid environments, focusing on Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Trellix HX.

This role requires TS/SCI w/ Polygraph, hands-on deployment via MECM/SCCM or Intune, OpenIOC and YARA rule work, and strong OS forensics knowledge. You will mentor engineers and advise stakeholders on risks, with the Fort Meade, MD location.

Qualifications

• 20 years of experience as a systems or cybersecurity engineer.
• Proven experience with MDE architecture and deployment.
• Experience deploying Trellix HX controllers and agents in restricted networks.
• Strong OS forensics knowledge across Windows, Linux, and macOS.
• IAM Level II or III certifications or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead lifecycle engineering and scale-out architecture of MDE and Trellix HX.
• Author complex system engineering and implementation plans.
• Provide advanced forensic support to the SOC during incidents.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers within the program.

Skills

MDE architecture

Trellix HX

KQL

Endpoint security

Forensics

Communication with stakeholders

Mentoring juniors

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

IAM Level II or III certification

Tools

MECM/SCCM

Intune

OpenIOC

YARA rules

Job description

Legato, LLC is seeking a Cybersecurity Systems Engineer to lead endpoint security across hybrid environments, focusing on Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Trellix HX.

This role requires TS/SCI w/ Polygraph, hands-on deployment via MECM/SCCM or Intune, OpenIOC and YARA rule work, and strong OS forensics knowledge. You will mentor engineers and advise stakeholders on risks, with the Fort Meade, MD location.