Security Engineer (Denver, CO) - Heartland (Remote)

GuidePoint Security LLC; Denver (CO); Remoto; USD 140.000 - 170.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Remote work flexibility

Health benefits

Travel flexibility

Corporate holidays

Descrizione del lavoro

GuidePoint Security is seeking a Security Engineer in the Denver, CO area with a remote-friendly setup. You will deliver hands-on network security support, design guidance, and security best practices for Heartland clients.

You’ll collaborate with sales, develop security architectures, and grow toward a strategic advisor role. The role emphasizes deep domain expertise, client communication, and documentation across security incidents, performance, and recommendations.

Competenze

• Hands-on network security experience and zero trust concepts.
• Proven firewall/platform experience (Palo Alto, Checkpoint, Fortinet).
• Strong OS proficiency across Windows, macOS, Linux.
• Familiarity with security concepts and CISSP domains.

Mansioni

• Serve as a technical resource for Heartland clients with hands-on support and design guidance.
• Collaborate with sales to scope solutions and present architectures.
• Build deep expertise in network security platforms and translate capabilities into business outcomes.
• Develop trusted advisor relationships and produce security documentation and guides.
• Expand knowledge across adjacent security domains toward strategic advisory roles.
• Leverage AI tools to enhance problem solving and efficiency.

Conoscenze

Network security

Firewall platforms

Troubleshooting

Operating systems

Security fundamentals

Communication

Formazione

Bachelor's degree

Strumenti

CrowdStrike

SentinelOne

Zscaler

Microsoft Defender

Carbon Black

Splunk

Cisco security

Descrizione del lavoro

Security Engineer (Denver, CO) - Heartland (Remote)

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 some of the nation’s top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.

NOTE: Applicants MUST currently live in Denver, CO to be considered.

About This Role

GuidePoint Security is looking for a passionate, driven Security Engineer to join our Heartland team in Denver, CO. This is more than a technical role — it's a career accelerator. You'll start by leveraging your foundational network security expertise to solve real-world problems for our clients, and over time, grow into a trusted strategic security advisor who shapes how organizations think about and invest in their security posture.

If you're someone who thrives on learning, loves breaking down complex problems, and wants to evolve from hands‑on engineer to a consultative pre-sales expert who influences security strategy at the highest levels — this is your opportunity.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a technical resource for clients across the Heartland region, delivering hands‑on support, design guidance, and security best practices in the network security domain
• Collaborate with sales teams to scope solutions, conduct technical discovery, and present security architectures that align with client business objectives
• Build and maintain deep expertise in network security platforms, translating technical capabilities into strategic business outcomes for clients
• Develop trusted advisor relationships with client stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and a genuine commitment to solving their challenges
• Produce clear, concise documentation including security assessments, architecture recommendations, and implementation guides
• Continuously expand your knowledge across adjacent security domains, working toward becoming a well‑rounded security strategist
• Embrace emerging technologies, including AI tools, to work smarter, solve problems, and drive better business outcomes

What You Bring Today

• Network Security Foundation – Hands‑on experience with network security products and concepts such as zero trust architecture, next‑generation firewalls, application identification (AppID), micro‑segmentation, and secure access
• Firewall & Platform Proficiency – Proven experience working with firewall and network security platforms such as Palo Alto Networks, Checkpoint, and/or Fortinet
• Troubleshooting Ability – Familiarity with common troubleshooting methodologies on network security platforms, including firewalls, routing, NAT, and VPN
• Operating System Knowledge – Proficiency across client and server operating systems including Windows, macOS, and Linux
• Security Fundamentals – Working knowledge of general security concepts aligning with CISSP domains (you don't need the cert, but you understand the landscape)
• Communication Skills – Comfortable producing clear, concise reports and documentation related to security incidents, system performance, and recommendations

Who You Are (The Intangibles That Matter Most)

Technical skills can be taught. The qualities below are what set great candidates apart and define who will thrive in this role:

• Relentless Curiosity – You ask "why" and "what if" constantly. You're not satisfied with surface‑level answers and you actively seek to understand how things work end‑to‑end
• Growth Mindset – You see every engagement as a learning opportunity. Feedback energizes you, and you're always working to level up your craft
• Emotional Intelligence – You read the room. You understand that great security advice means nothing if it isn't delivered with empathy, patience, and an understanding of your audience
• Problem‑Solving Drive – You approach challenges with creativity and persistence. When the path isn't clear, you find a way forward
• Aptitude Over Perfection – You may not have all the answers today, but you have the intellectual horsepower and determination to get there quickly
• Ownership & Autonomy – You can prioritize across multiple projects and deliver results without needing someone looking over your shoulder

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with adjacent security solutions including CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Zscaler, Microsoft Defender suite, Carbon Black, Splunk, and/or Cisco security products
• Experience authoring security runbooks, policies, and best practice documentation
• Exposure to pre‑sales, client‑facing consulting, or solution architecture (even informally)
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience
• Industry certifications (PCNSE, CCNP Security, CISSP, etc.) are a plus but not required

Where This Role Takes You

This isn't a dead‑end technical position. At GuidePoint Security, we invest in our people — and this role is a launchpad, not a landing spot. The trajectory for this role leads toward becoming a Strategic Security Advisor — someone who sits at the intersection of deep technical knowledge and business acumen, guiding organizations through their most critical security decisions. You'll have mentorship, direct exposure to enterprise clients, and the freedom to carve your own path in the cybersecurity industry.

NOW — Security Engineer

THE PATH — Strategic Security Advisor

• Network security delivery
• Business advisory

If you're ready to take the next step in your security career and want to be part of a team that values growth as much as expertise — we want to hear from you.

Salary range: 140-170K total comp (base + bonus)

About GuidePoint Security

GuidePoint Security is a cybersecurity solutions firm helping organizations reduce their security risk by selecting and deploying the right technology, processes, and expertise. We are a people‑first organization committed to the growth and success of every team member.

Why GuidePoint?

GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately‑held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1,300 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 6,200 customers.

Firmly‑defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company’s success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity.

This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.

Some added perks…..

• Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on‑site may be required for Federal positions)
• Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
• Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
• 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment

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