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Full-Time

Security Architect

Northeast region, Remote in Boston or New York Metro

Posted on 9/6/2024

GuidePoint Security

GuidePoint Security

501-1,000 employees

Provides cybersecurity guidance and integration services

Data & Analytics
Consulting
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$175k - $250kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
AWS
Splunk
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • Minimum 5 years in an enterprise level security consultative role building and assessing Information Security architectures and programs
  • Prior experience in a corporate operational or technical leadership role
  • Prior experience in a client facing pre-sales and consulting role
  • Experience with security products from CrowdStrike, Splunk, SentinelOne, Zscaler, Palo Alto, Check Point, Tenable, Microsoft, CyberArk, Checkmarx, Contrast, Veracode, etc
  • Experience with securing complex AWS, Azure, or GCP environments
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
Responsibilities
  • Travel will be required in Boston or New York Metro areas to attend customer/vendor partner events, QBRs, etc.
  • Security Architects work from remote/virtual when not visiting client locations
  • Serve as our clients’ primary technical point of contact along side our Account Executives
  • A good listener to work with clients to understand issues/gaps in their security programs and works alongside them to provide solutions
  • Hands-on experience designing, implementing, and operationalizing security controls across a wide range of IT and enterprise business systems
  • Proactively research and engage emerging vendors and technologies to understand how they may be used to solve our clients challenges
  • Proficiency in other security technologies including but not limited to: Next-Gen Firewalls, Data Security, SASE, NAC, PAM, EDR, NDR, APPSEC, CNAPP, etc.
  • Understand and articulate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Ability to autonomously prioritize and successfully deliver across a portfolio of projects in a fast paced environment
  • Author comprehensive business and technical collateral to support the business that is proficiently tailored to both technical and managerial audiences

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

Private

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

5%
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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.