Endpoint Automation Staff Engineer

Government Employees Insurance Company; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

GEICO in Palo Alto is seeking an Endpoint and Automation Security Engineer to design, implement, and improve endpoint security and automation across the enterprise. You will work with infrastructure, cloud, and security operations teams to strengthen security posture, develop automation, and reduce operational risk.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in cybersecurity or endpoint engineering, experience with EDR/XDR, scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash), and SIEM familiarity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in cybersecurity or IT.
• 3-5 years of cybersecurity/endpoint engineering experience.
• Experience administering endpoint security platforms.
• Experience with scripting or automation using PowerShell, Python, Bash.
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux and enterprise endpoint management.
• Experience with SIEM or security monitoring platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication to technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize endpoint security platforms (EDR/XDR).
• Develop security automation workflows for detection and response.
• Create and support scripts and automation tools.
• Monitor alerts and assist in investigations and incident response.
• Implement endpoint hardening standards for Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to secure cloud initiatives.

Skills

EDR/XDR

Scripting

Automation workflows

Incident response

Windows/Linux admin

SIEM experience

Vulnerability management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in cybersecurity/IT

Tools

PowerShell

Python

Bash

SIEM tooling

API integrations

Job description

Why Join GEICO?

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities. Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide. Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That's why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers.

Endpoint and Automation Security Engineer

The Endpoint and Automation Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and improving endpoint security technologies and security automation solutions across the enterprise environment. This role focuses on protecting organizational assets through endpoint detection and response (EDR), scripting, orchestration, and operational security automation. The engineer collaborates with infrastructure, cloud, and security operations teams to strengthen security posture, streamline workflows, and reduce operational risk. This position requires strong technical expertise in endpoint security platforms, automation frameworks, scripting, along with the ability to troubleshoot complex security issues and improve operational efficiency through automation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and optimize endpoint security platforms including EDR/XDR, device control, and endpoint management solutions.
• Develop and maintain security automation workflows to improve detection, response, remediation, and operational efficiency.
• Create and support scripts and automation tools using PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar languages.
• Monitor endpoint security alerts and collaborate with Security Operations teams during investigations and incident response activities.
• Implement endpoint hardening standards and security baselines for Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile platforms.
• Support identity and access management initiatives related to endpoint security controls.
• Integrate endpoint security tooling with SIEM, ticketing, orchestration, and monitoring platforms.
• Participate in security assessments, audits, compliance initiatives, and remediation efforts.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex endpoint security and automation issues.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and knowledge base articles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support secure infrastructure and cloud initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity, endpoint engineering, systems administration, or security automation.
• Experience administering endpoint security platforms.
• Experience with scripting or automation using PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar languages.
• Understanding of endpoint security principles, threat detection, malware defense, and incident response processes.
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems and enterprise endpoint management.
• Experience working with SIEM or security monitoring platforms.
• Knowledge of vulnerability management tools and remediation processes.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to technical and non‑technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with cloud security technologies in Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
• Experience integrating APIs and security tooling.
• Knowledge of Active Directory, Entra ID (Azure AD), and identity security concepts.
• Experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible, SCCM, Intune, Jamf, or Puppet.

Technical Skills

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR/XDR) Security Automation and Orchestration PowerShell, Python, Bash API Integrations Endpoint Hardening Cloud Security Fundamentals Soft Skills Strong attention to detail Effective communication and collaboration Ability to manage multiple priorities Self‑motivated and adaptable Continuous learning mindset Strong documentation practices

Annual Salary

Annual Salary $110,000.00 - $230,000.00 The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations. GEICO will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.

GEICO Pledge

Great Company: Protecting customers through life’s twists and turns with innovation and integrity. Great Careers: Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance. Great Culture: Inclusive and collaborative culture rooted in shared success. Great Rewards: Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support your well‑being and future.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.

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