Trellix Security Engineer

Job Family :

IT Cyber Security

Travel Required :

Up to 10%

Clearance Required :

Active Public Trust

What You Will Do :

• Lead the design, deployment, and maintenance of Trellix security architecture.

• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security events and threats across endpoints and infrastructure.

• Configure and operate endpoint protection policies and detection rules.

• Conduct security assessments and coordinate remediation activities.

• Integrate Trellix with enterprise systems.

• Lead troubleshooting, triage, and root cause analysis.

• Develop process documentation, SOPs, and system configuration hardening guides.

What You Will Need :

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY and maintain an active HHS/NIH clearance are preferred.

• Minimum of THREE (3) years of hands-on experience with deploying and maintaining Trellix in an enterprise environment.

• Minimum of a Bachelors Degree is required.

• Deep understanding of NIST SP 800-53 and FISMA requirements.

• Soft Skills:
  
  Strong communication and analytical thinking; ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and deadlines.

What Would Be Nice To Have :

• Experience developing automated data pipelines or integrating APIs into Power BI dashboards.

• Certifications:
  
  Active CompTIA Security+ CE preferred. Other certifications (CISSP, CEH, or cloud-related) are a plus.

• Familiarity with Service Now or Splunk Security Essentials.

• Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework and vulnerability prioritization methodologies (e.g., EPSS, CVSS v3).

• Prior experience within a federal or HHS environment.

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and  protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.