Posted at: 11 September

Staff System Engineer

Company

GuidePoint Security

GuidePoint Security is a Herndon, Virginia-based B2B cybersecurity consulting firm specializing in tailored security solutions, incident response, and compliance services for commercial and federal organizations.

Remote Hiring Policy:

GuidePoint Security supports remote work and primarily hires from the U.S., with roles available in various regions including the Mid-Atlantic. Most remote positions are limited to U.S.-based candidates.

Job Type

Full-time

Allowed Applicant Locations

United States

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Job Description

Staff System Engineers at GuidePoint Security enjoy working on the cutting edge of Information Technology and Information Security.  They are self-driven technology fanatics who consistently tinker, tweak, learn and improve. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, technology-centric environment, enjoys challenges with new technologies (Cloud and Mobile), streamlining traditional operations, can manage multiple initiatives and takes pride in enabling our employees with technology.

Role and Responsibilities:

  • As a Staff System Engineer, you will lead the strategic design, implementation, and management of the organization’s systems and cloud infrastructure

  • Serve as a cloud strategy and architecture lead, supporting modernized cloud-native environments across AWS, Azure and GCP

  • This senior leadership role involves architecting scalable, secure, and highly available environments that align with business objectives

  • Work with stakeholders and end users to develop requirements for system modernization efforts and manage programs through the requirements validation, solution development, and delivery phase

  • You will mentor senior engineers, oversee complex projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the organization’s operational efficiency and effectiveness in technology

  • Assist in diagnosing and resolving complex hardware, software, and network issues in environments

  • Monitor system performance, analyze metrics, and implement optimizations to ensure high availability and efficiency

  • Assist in diagnosing and resolving complex hardware, software, and network issues in environments

  • Support the application of security best practices, including patch management, user permissions, and system hardening

  • Performs other related duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

  • Possess strong client-facing and communication skills (written and verbal)

  • 10+ years advanced experience implementing cloud IaaS platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

  • 5+ years advanced networking experience

  • Expert Level Experience working with Okta or similar Idp technologies

  • High Level Experience with Intune or other MDM device management technologies

  • Experience with Atlassian products a plus

  • Proven experience in diagnosing, isolating/resolving complex issues, recommending and implementing strategies to resolve problems

  • Proven ability to lead multi-function projects and provide executive updates

  • Proven experience with systems planning, security principles, and general software management best practices

  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize workload in order to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment

  • Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail

Educational & Professional Credentials

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience

  • 10+ years of relevant IT experience (cloud, server, network, virtualization architecture and support)

  • Professional certifications such as AWS, MCSE, GCP

Travel & Office Location

  • Approximately 10% out-of-town travel to regional offices and/or data centers

  • Staff System Engineers work remotely or their regional office when not traveling

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