Principal Cybersecurity Engineer

Forcepoint; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Forcepoint is seeking a full-time Principal Cyber Engineer to lead installation, configuration, integration, and training for our COTS cyber products. The role demands hands-on expertise and mentoring across teams, while coordinating with sales leadership to drive technical wins.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years in cybersecurity, advanced Windows/macOS/Linux administration, and deep REST API integration experience with cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP).

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in a relevant field with 8+ years cybersecurity experience.
• Deep knowledge of enterprise security design, and hybrid/cloud network security.
• Experience coordinating with customers and multiple internal teams.
• Strong troubleshooting of complex installation or application errors.
• Cloud certifications and MITRE ATT&CK familiarity are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide installation, configuration, integration, and training for Forcepoint COTS cyber products.
• Deliver on-site support, troubleshooting, and upgrades; produce SOPs and executive briefings.
• Act as trusted advisor to key accounts; influence security roadmaps and renewal strategies.
• Architect and lead complex REST API integrations across SIEMs, SOAR platforms, and cloud services.
• Mentor junior engineers on deployment practices and customer engagement standards.

Skills

Security architecture

DLP/CASB/SSE/DSPM knowledge

Windows/macOS/Linux administration

AD/LDAP/IDP

REST API integration

Python/Shell/SQL/XML

Cloud architecture (Azure/AWS/GCP)

Customer communication

Mentoring

Education

BS in Computer Science/Engineering/Info Sec

Tools

Splunk SOAR

Palo Alto XSOAR

Azure

AWS

GCP

REST API tooling

Python

Shell scripting

SQL

XML

Job description

Who is Forcepoint?Forcepoint simplifies security for global businesses and governments. Forcepoint’s all-in-one, truly cloud-native platform makes it easy to adopt Zero Trust and prevent the theft or loss of sensitive data and intellectual property no matter where people are working. 20+ years in business. 2.7k employees. 150 countries. 11k+ customers. 300+ patents. If our mission excites you, you’re in the right place; we want you to bring your own energy to help us create a safer world. All we’re missing is you!Forcepoint is seeking a full-time Principal Cyber Engineer to lead installation, configuration, integration, and training for our COTS cyber products. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, brings strong interpersonal skills, and learns quickly. The successful candidate will receive specialized training and is expected to develop proficiency across the full lifecycle of complex software solution deployment.Essential FunctionsProvide engineering, installation, configuration, integration, and training for Forcepoint COTS cyber products.Deliver training, troubleshooting, and on-site support to customers, including version upgrades.Prepare technical documentation, including as-built designs, requirements, and Standard Operating Procedures; produce executive briefings and EBR-ready deliverables for customer and Forcepoint leadership.Provide technical briefings to customer and Forcepoint corporate leadership as required.Act as a trusted technical advisor to key accounts; partner with account executives and sales leadership to drive technical wins, support renewal strategy, identify expansion opportunities, and influence the customer's long-term security roadmap.Architect and lead complex REST API integration engagements across SIEMs, SOAR platforms, identity providers, and cloud-native services; provide technical mentorship to junior engineers on API and automation best practices.Serve as the primary voice of the customer to Forcepoint product and engineering leadership; proactively document and escalate product gaps and feature requests to directly influence the product roadmap.Serve as technical lead within the Professional Services team; mentor and develop Associate (Prof3) and Senior (Prof4) engineers on deployment practices, integration techniques, and customer engagement standards.Qualifications / SkillsBS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Security, or a related field, with 8+ years of cybersecurity experience spanning practices/methodologies, application design, and/or operational environments.Advanced knowledge of DLP, CASB, SSE, DSPM, and network administration.Advanced Windows, macOS, and Linux/Unix administration, including software distribution techniques.Advanced understanding of security design and architecture, Active Directory/LDAP/IDP, computer virtualization, and cloud architecture (Azure/AWS/GCP).Experience with enterprise network architecture, zero trust networking, SD-WAN, advanced firewall/proxy configurations, and hybrid/cloud network security design.Proven ability to coordinate collaboratively with customers and across multiple internal departments.Experience troubleshooting complex installation or application errors; ability to work and collaborate effectively in a remote environment.Desired ExperienceWorking knowledge of the Forcepoint product portfolio.Proficiency in Python, shell scripting, SQL, and XML; expert-level REST API integration and automation development.Experience with SOAR orchestration tools such as Splunk SOAR, Palo Alto XSOAR, or equivalent.CISSP or CISM preferred; cloud professional certification such as CCSP, AWS Solutions Architect Professional, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.Cloud certification at the professional or specialty level; familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK framework and threat-informed defense strategies.Active DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II or III certification (e.g., CISSP, CASP+) preferred for government-facing engagements.Forcepoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range and variable compensation for this role is 160,000.00 - 195,000.00 and represents the low and high end of compensation for this position. Actual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to, location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Forcepoint’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include bonuses, paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefitsDon’t meet every single qualification? Studies show people are hesitant to apply if they don’t meet all requirements listed in a job posting. Forcepoint is focused on building an inclusive and diverse workplace – so if there is something slightly different about your previous experience, but it otherwise aligns and you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. You could be a great candidate for this or other roles on our team.The policy of Forcepoint is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.Forcepoint is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [e-mail] must have the right to work in the location to which you have applied.