Remote Threat Emulation Engineer: Lead ASV Deployments

GuidePoint Security; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

Medical insurance

Holidays & PTO

Phone/internet allowance

Job summary

GuidePoint Security in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Threat Emulation Engineer to lead ASV deployments and guide security solutions for federal and commercial clients. You will work with a team to deliver advanced validation and threat emulation services in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires active Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI Poly, 5–10 years in security engineering, and strong knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK and log ingestion strategies.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI Poly within 10 years.
• 5–10 years of security systems engineering and troubleshooting experience.
• Strong understanding of cyber threat techniques, intelligence analysis, and adversary TTPs.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK and similar threat frameworks.
• Experience designing log ingestion and aggregation strategies.
• Knowledge of key security events across common IT platforms.
• Proficiency with Windows, macOS, and Linux systems.
• Experience with networking and security troubleshooting (firewalls, routing, NAT, etc.).
• Ability to manage and deliver multiple projects independently.
• Embraces emerging technologies, including AI tools, to work smarter, solve problems, and drive better business outcomes

Responsibilities

• Complete internal training for Automated Security Validation (ASV).
• Lead complex ASV deployments and partner with customers to address diverse security use cases.
• Assess customer security posture and requirements to guide solution design.
• Maximize ASV value by enabling customers and supporting their cybersecurity strategy.
• Collaborate with internal product and technical teams to deliver solutions and drive innovation.
• Apply prior experience, share best practices, and develop creative approaches to increase adoption.
• Empower customers to independently address future security questions.

Skills

Security clearance

Threat analysis

MITRE ATT&CK

Log ingestion

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

BAS tools

Mandiant BAS

SIEM platforms

Job description

GuidePoint Security in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Threat Emulation Engineer to lead ASV deployments and guide security solutions for federal and commercial clients. You will work with a team to deliver advanced validation and threat emulation services in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires active Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI Poly, 5–10 years in security engineering, and strong knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK and log ingestion strategies.