Solutions Engineer -Ransomware recovery

AMISEQ; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AMISEQ is seeking a candidate to lead the ransomware recovery governance program in Oakland, California. This role involves operationalizing recovery processes, ensuring compliance with security policies, and coordinating testing activities for applications. Strong communication and technical validation skills are essential.

The candidate will contribute to incident response planning and develop training for teams involved in ransomware duties. The position also includes assessing gaps in preparedness and developing executive-level reports on findings and progress.

Qualifications

• Experience in cyber recovery and ransomware preparedness.
• Strong analytical skills to assess technology and processes.
• Ability to develop strategic plans and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Operationalize the ransomware recovery governance program.
• Coordinate testing for protected applications.
• Partner in ransomware incident response planning.

Skills

Ransomware recovery

Technical validation

Process development

Training curriculum development

Project management

Job description

Mature and operationalize the ransomware recovery governance program through hands‑on process development, technical validation, and continuous improvement.

Enforce ransomware recovery maintenance policies, ensuring consistent application of required controls and procedures.

Coordinate and oversee all testing activities for protected applications, including readiness checks, recovery validation, and documentation of results.

Design and implement the application review and onboarding process, including technical assessments and control verification.

Develop and formalize the decision authority framework to clarify roles, responsibilities, and escalation paths.

Partner in the development of the ransomware incident response plan and lead technical exercises, simulations, and tabletop activities.

Contribute to future‑state technology assessments and strategic evaluations related to ransomware resilience and cyber recovery.

Review and enhance existing:

• Security policies and standards
• Backup and recovery strategies
• Roles and responsibilities (RACI)

Assess and remediate gaps across ransomware preparedness in the areas of:

• Technology
• Processes
• People
• CIS Critical Security Controls
• Industry ransomware leading practices

Deliver a comprehensive current‑state ransomware preparedness assessment within 30 days.

Develop and maintain a ransomware risk heat map with ongoing updates.

Support the creation of training curriculum for operations and support teams.

Develop executive‑level presentations and reporting materials summarizing risks, findings, and progress.

Establish and maintain a cyber recovery tracking repository and reporting dashboard.