Security Architect - North Central region (Chicago, IL)

GuidePoint Security; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GuidePoint Security seeks experienced Security Architects to join their team. This remote role focuses on both presales and delivery across various cybersecurity technologies, allowing you to engage with clients while expanding your expertise. Candidates should have a strong background in enterprise security and be adept at collaborating with clients on solutions. With a fast-growing and supportive workplace, GuidePoint offers various benefits, including health insurance and flexible time off.

Benefits

Primarily remote work

Health insurance options with employer contributions

Fully paid dental insurance for employees

12 holidays and flexible time off

Mobile and internet stipends

Retirement plan eligibility after 2 months

Pet benefit options

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in an enterprise security role involving architecture and assessment.
• Proficiency in network security, cloud security, EDR, IAM, SIEM & Analytics.
• Experience with DLP, Proxy, and vulnerability management.

Responsibilities

• Involved in the entire security opportunity lifecycle.
• Scope and deliver security engagements, focusing 70% on presales.
• Develop technical and business collateral for various audiences.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Research

Client Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Windows

Nix

OSX

Symantec DLP

ForeScout

Palo Alto

Check Point

CrowdStrike

Splunk

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions, and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables top organizations, including Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources, and integrate solutions that mitigate risk.

Security Architects at GuidePoint are experienced, autonomous professionals who are involved in the entire security opportunity lifecycle, from pre-sales to delivery. They have the freedom to scope and deliver engagements and must continually expand their knowledge of the latest security technologies. The position is remote/virtual, but candidates must reside in the Greater Chicago area or be willing to travel 75% of the time within our North Central territory.

Position Requirements:

• Must be located in Chicago, IL, and open to local/regional travel for client and partner events.
• Minimum 5 years in an enterprise security role involving architecture and assessment.
• Proficiency in multiple security technologies: network security, NGFW, cloud security, Data Security, Vulnerability & Risk Management, Proxy, EDR, IAM, SIEM & Analytics.
• Strong listening skills to understand client issues and collaborate on solutions.
• Ability to research emerging vendors and technologies.
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proactive in improving and creating security offerings.
• Ability to produce technical and business collateral tailored to different audiences.
• Work from remote/virtual environment when not visiting clients or attending events.
• Travel within Chicago metro area required.
• Role split: 70% presales, 30% delivery.

Technical Requirements:

• Deep proficiency in security technologies: network security, NGFW, cloud security, DLP, CASB, Proxy, IAM, SIEM/Analytics.
• Experience designing enterprise security solutions.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in networking and security.
• Proficiency with Windows, Nix, OSX, and other operating systems.
• Knowledge of advanced security concepts: Zero Trust, defense in depth.

Preferred:

• Experience with Symantec DLP, ForeScout, Palo Alto, Check Point, CrowdStrike, Splunk, AWS/Azure/GCP.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in security engineering or internal security programs.
• Pre-sales experience preferred.

Additional Information:

GuidePoint uses Greenhouse and Zoom for hiring processes. Ensure your email filters allow communications from these platforms.

Why GuidePoint?

GuidePoint is a fast-growing, profitable, private company focusing on Information Security, with over 1,000 employees and 4,200+ customers. Our core values foster a knowledgeable, collaborative, and enjoyable workplace. This role offers a rare opportunity to grow your career with a leading company.

Perks include:

• Primarily remote work (U.S. based), some travel may be required.
• Health insurance options with employer contributions.
• Dental insurance fully paid for employees.
• 12 holidays and flexible time off.
• Mobile and internet stipends.
• Retirement plan eligibility after 2 months.
• Pet benefit options.