Solutions Engineer

Avenue Code; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Avenue Code is seeking a Solutions Engineer based in California to support ransomware recovery governance. This hybrid role requires hands-on execution of recovery policies and technical validations.

The ideal candidate will engage in developing risk assessments and supporting incident response strategies. Strong technical writing and risk management skills are essential, along with a proactive approach to document and enhance security processes.

Qualifications

• Must reside in California for the hybrid role.
• Experience in ransomware preparedness and incident response.
• Ability to document and analyze technical processes.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operationalization of ransomware recovery governance.
• Coordinate testing for protected applications.
• Develop a ransomware risk heat map.

Skills

Technical writing

Incident response

Risk management

Configuration checks

Job description

About the opportunity

Work Model: Hybrid

Location: US – California

Job Description

Correct Title: Solutions Engineer, Expert Candidate must reside in California.

Core Responsibilities: Support the maturation and day‑to‑day operationalization of the ransomware recovery governance program through hands‑on process execution, documentation updates, and technical validation activities.

Apply and enforce ransomware recovery maintenance policies by performing configuration checks, control verification, and operational compliance reviews. Coordinate and execute testing for protected applications, including technical recovery validation, dependency mapping, and test result analysis.

Design and implement the application review and onboarding workflow, including technical assessments, readiness evaluations, and control implementation support. Develop and document the decision authority framework by gathering requirements, validating operational roles, and ensuring alignment with technical processes. Partner with incident response teams to build and refine the ransomware incident response plan, leading technical exercises, simulations, and tabletop scenarios.

Contribute technical insights to future‑state technology assessments, tool evaluations, and ransomware resilience capability improvements. Review and enhance existing: security policies and standards, backup and recovery strategies, risk management processes, roles and responsibilities (RACI), technical assessment & gap remediation. Conduct detailed assessments of ransomware preparedness across technology platforms and infrastructure, operational and recovery processes, team readiness and skillsets, alignment with NIST CSF, NIST 800‑61, CIS Controls, and industry best practices. Identify gaps, document remediation requirements, and support implementation of technical and procedural improvements.

Deliverables & Reporting

• Deliver a comprehensive current‑state ransomware preparedness assessment within the first 30 days.
• Develop and maintain a ransomware risk heat map, incorporating technical findings, test results, and operational insights.
• Support the creation of technical training materials and curriculum for operations and support teams.
• Prepare executive‑level presentations and reporting materials summarizing technical risks, findings, and progress.
• Establish and maintain a cyber recovery tracking repository and reporting dashboard, ensuring accurate and timely data collection.