Endpoint/Security Engineer mid level
Job Description
Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Endpoint Security Engineer to lead initiatives that ensure the security and compliance of our enterprise endpoints. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in vulnerability management, patch deployment, and endpoint hardening, with a focus on automation and proactive threat mitigation. You will collaborate with security teams, provide advanced support for endpoint security issues, and drive continuous improvement in our security posture. Responsibilities: • Lead vulnerability management initiatives across enterprise endpoints, ensuring timely remediation and compliance with security standards. • Deploy security patches and remediation packages, reducing exposure to known threats. • Manage and optimize device configurations for precise targeting and efficient patch deployment. • Analyze vulnerabilities and propose tailored remediation strategies, improving resolution times and reducing risk. • Collaborate with security teams to align remediation efforts with organizational policies and regulatory requirements. • Monitor remediation progress and generate reports to track compliance and effectiveness of vulnerability mitigation. • Provide advanced support for endpoint security issues, including troubleshooting of patch failures and system anomalies. • Conduct root cause analysis for recurring vulnerabilities and recommend long-term solutions to prevent reoccurrence. • Enhance endpoint hardening by implementing configuration baselines and security controls. • Automate software deployment processes to accelerate delivery and reduce human error. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. • Proven experience in endpoint security management, with a focus on vulnerability management and patch deployment. • Strong knowledge of Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) or similar endpoint management tools. • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Intune • Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell or VBA for automation. • Familiarity with cloud environments such as Azure and Amazon AWS. • Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance standards such as CIS benchmarks. • Experience with Microsoft 365 administration and security. • Experience with Active Directory administration and Group Policy management. • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. • Strong communication and collaboration skills. Bonus Points: • Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals, Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals, or Certified in Cybersecurity: ISC2. • Experience with Workspace One. • Experience with ServiceNow for dashboard creation and report generation. • Experience with vulnerability scanning tools such as Tenable. • Experience with solution such as Carbon Black, Zscaler, Ivanti Secure Access