Security Engineer (SIEM/SOAR/SOC Optimization) - Mid-Atlantic region (Remote in NC, VA, WV, MD,[...]

GuidePoint Security; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled cybersecurity consultant with expertise in Splunk and Cribl. This remote position offers a unique opportunity to work with top organizations, providing tailored solutions to enhance security postures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in information security, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. With a focus on professional growth and a collaborative work environment, this role promises to be both challenging and rewarding. Join a rapidly growing team dedicated to making a difference in the cybersecurity landscape.

Benefits

Group Medical Insurance

Group Dental Insurance

Flexible Time Off

Mobile Phone Allowance

Home Internet Allowance

Retirement Plan Eligibility

Pet Benefit Option

12 Corporate Holidays

Qualifications

• 3+ years in cybersecurity with a focus on Splunk or Cribl.
• Strong knowledge of data security practices and systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide consulting services focused on Splunk or Cribl deployments.
• Develop security-focused content for Splunk, including dashboards.

Skills

Splunk

Cribl

Python

Bash

Data Security Practices

Communication Skills

Time Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Security

BS/BA in Computer Science or Information Systems

Tools

Greenhouse Software

Zoom Scheduler

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 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: This is a remote position but applicants located in our Mid-Atlantic region (NC, VA, WV, MD, DC, DE, NJ, or PA) are highly preferred.

Job Description

• Provide consulting services focused on Splunk or Cribl including on-premise, cloud, or Enterprise Security deployments
• Design, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot client specific environments
• Completes tasks in an efficient and timely manner with effective progress reporting and documentation
• Seeks innovative ways to improve the process of delivering focused solutions to clients
• Shares suggestions and knowledge capital to help optimize implementation methodology
• Develop security-focused content for Splunk, including threat detection logic and operational dashboards
• Regularly interface with customer technical and business staff, including the project sponsor and stakeholders in sometimes complex engagements
• Serve as the technical point of contact on customer engagements

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in information security (or similar field) with a minimum of 3 years of cybersecurity industry experience
• At least two years of Splunk/Cribl specific experience with knowledge in the following areas:
• Search and reporting
• Data parsing and normalization
• Creating dashboards and visualizations
• Basic scripting (Python, Bash)
• Data extraction techniques
• Routes, Pipelines, Functions
• Extensive knowledge of data security practices and systems including NIST, ATT&CK, CIM Object Model, etc.
• Excellent communications and teamwork skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Splunk Consultant Certificate
• Cribl experience preferred but not required
• SOAR experience preferred but not required

Preferred Experience:

• BS/BA degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, related discipline, equivalent experience, or over 5 years’ experience
• 3-5 years of professional Splunk or Cribl engineering experience
• The ideal candidate will have macOS and Windows operating system experience, as well as scripting skills. Linux/Unix skills are a plus
• Strong analytical skills to define risk, identify potential threats, and develop and document action/mitigation plans
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to mentor/train staff and bring awareness to current and emerging threats
• Ability to work efficiently and self-motivate with little to no supervision
• Strong written and verbal communications skills with an ability to present technical risks and issues to technical and non-technical audiences internal and external to the organization
• Regulatory experience is a plus (GDPR, ISO27K, SSAE16, HIPAA, PCI, etc.)

We use Greenhouse Software as our applicant tracking system and Zoom Scheduler for HR screen request scheduling. At times, your email may block our communication with you. Please be sure to check your SPAM folder so that you don't miss updates on your application.

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 1000 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 4,200 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) and GPS will contribute in one lump sum: ($500 per EE annually / $1000 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
• Pet Benefit Option