Sales Consulting Engineer

Fortaegis Technologies; Menlo Park (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Remote/hybrid options

Professional development budget

Job summary

Fortaegis Technologies in the United States is seeking a seasoned Cyber Security Consulting Engineer to join its Consulting Engineering team, working with enterprise clients to assess, design, and implement robust security solutions.

You will lead assessments, design secure architectures, and guide clients on frameworks like NIST and ISO 27001, while mentoring junior staff and delivering clear executive-level messaging.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity engineering or consulting.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, OSCP, CEH, or GCIH (one or more).
• Experience delivering consulting engagements to mid-size and enterprise clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead security assessments, gap analyses, and risk assessments for clients.
• Design, implement, and optimize cybersecurity architectures and controls.
• Guide clients on security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, FIPS, etc.).
• Conduct penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and red team exercises.
• Support incident response planning and post-incident remediation.
• Manage security technologies including EDR/XDR, SIEM, IAM, and cloud security.
• Deliver client presentations, reports, and security roadmaps.

Skills

Cybersecurity engineering

Consulting experience

Communication skills

Regulatory familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Tools

CrowdStrike

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Okta

Microsoft Sentinel

Juniper (HPE)

Job description

Job Description

Fortaegis is a fast-scaling, highly ambitious and cutting-edge semiconductor company. We are looking for a highly skilled and client-facing Cyber Security Consulting Engineer to join our dynamic Consulting Engineering team.

We are looking for candidates with not only an exceptional skillset, but also an exceptional mindset, willing to go above and beyond to make our security consulting practice even better. In this role, you will work with enterprise clients across various industries to assess, design, and implement robust security solutions that protect against evolving cyber threats, serving as a trusted advisor who combines deep technical expertise with strong consulting skills.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity engineering or consulting
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, OSCP, CEH, GCIH (one or more required)
• Strong technical expertise in network security, endpoint protection, cloud security, and identity & access management
• Experience with security tools such as CrowdStrike, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Okta, Microsoft Sentinel, Juniper (HPE), etc.
• Proven experience delivering consulting engagements to mid-market and enterprise clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to both technical and executive audiences

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Experience with regulatory compliance (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOX)
• Hands-on experience in cloud-native security and DevSecOps practices
• Knowledge of threat modeling, Secure SDLC, and application security
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple client engagements
• High level of networking experience working with Telecom, Cable, and/or Hyperscalers
• High degree of professionalism, client-service orientation, and business acumen

Job Responsibilities

• Lead technical security assessments, gap analyses, and risk assessments for clients
• Design, implement, and optimize cybersecurity architectures, controls, and solutions
• Provide expert guidance on security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, FIPS, etc.)
• Conduct penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and red team exercises
• Support clients with incident response planning, tabletop exercises, and post-incident remediation
• Implement and manage security technologies including firewalls, EDR/XDR, SIEM, IAM, Cloud Security (AWS, Azure, GCP), and Zero Trust models
• Deliver high-quality client presentations, reports, and security roadmaps
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, project management, and delivery) to scope and execute projects successfully
• Stay current with the latest threat intelligence, attack techniques, and defensive technologies
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of internal methodologies and best practices

What we offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.)
• Professional development budget for certifications and training
• Flexible work environment (remote/hybrid options)
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge security technologies and global clients
• Collaborative and innovative team culture

The successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to participate in shaping the security posture of our enterprise clients, contributing to the design and delivery of robust, forward-looking cybersecurity solutions. They will be part of a dynamic and innovative team, working in a collaborative and challenging environment at the forefront of cybersecurity consulting.