Full-Time

Cross Domain Engineer

Ts/Sci CI Poly, Chantilly, VA

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GuidePoint Security

GuidePoint Security

501-1,000 employees

Provides cybersecurity guidance and integration services

Consulting
Cybersecurity

Senior

Chantilly, VA, USA

Work is to be performed 100% onsite with our Government Customer.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Required Skills
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Must possess an active TS/SCI w/Polygraph DoD Security Clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the fields of mathematics, telecommunications, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science and 7-10 years related experience.
  • Strong IT system and application engineering background
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Ability to function in a fast-paced environment and effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously; coordinating resources and ensuring scheduled goals are met.
  • Experience with certification testing, Risk Management Framework (RMF), information assurance tools, DoD STIG, and vulnerability assessment
  • DoD 8570 certification meeting IAT Level II required
  • Experience with modern Windows, LINUX, network operating systems, databases, and virtual computing to include command line configurations.
  • Knowledge of IDS - intrusion detection solutions
  • Knowledge with implementation of counter-measures or mitigating controls.
  • Understanding of latest security principles, techniques, and protocols.
  • Must be able to multi-task, work independently and as part of a team, share workloads, and deal with sudden shifts in project priorities.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that our systems and infrastructure meet security, scalability, and performance requirements.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues, including performance and availability problems.
  • Makes recommendations to improve overall security posture to senior management.
  • Plan and execute system upgrades, patches, and migrations.
  • Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans and procedures.
  • Develop and implement system monitoring and alerting strategies.
  • Mentor and train junior team members.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.
  • Familiar with IC, DoD, and NIST Risk Management Framework directives and guidelines and security accreditation processes.
  • Assesses the performance of security controls within IT projects.
  • Evaluates potential system security risks and takes appropriate corrective, mitigation, and recovery actions.
  • Researches, evaluates, and provides feedback on problematic security trends and patterns in customer support requirements.

GuidePoint Security specializes in providing expert guidance for navigating the cyber landscape, offering services that include insights into the evolving threat landscape and aligning product decisions with resource capacity. They also assist with product comparisons and integration to optimize cybersecurity resources, focusing on technologies such as threat intelligence, security assessments, and cybersecurity product integration.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Winning the 2024 Splunk AMER Regional Partner of the Year Award highlights GuidePoint's exceptional performance and strong industry partnerships.
  • The appointment of Rachel Haag as CMO brings extensive experience in high-growth technology marketing, potentially accelerating the company's growth.
  • GuidePoint's continuous innovation, such as the IoT Security Assessment, positions it as a forward-thinking leader in cybersecurity.

What critics are saying

  • The rapidly evolving threat landscape, including increased ransomware activity, requires constant adaptation and could strain resources.
  • Integration challenges with new partners like Orca Security and Axiad may arise, potentially affecting service delivery.

What makes GuidePoint Security unique

  • GuidePoint Security's deep federal expertise and Emerging Cyber Vendor Program uniquely position it to serve federal organizations, unlike many competitors.
  • The company's strategic partnerships with leading cybersecurity firms like Orca Security and Axiad enhance its service offerings and market reach.
  • GuidePoint's recognition in the CRN Women of the Channel list underscores its commitment to diversity and leadership in the cybersecurity industry.

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