Guidehouse

Trellix Security Engineer

Guidehouse$98K — $163K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Must possess or be able to obtain an active Federal or DoD Public Trust clearance.
  • At least 3 years of hands-on experience with Trellix in an enterprise setting.
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • In-depth understanding of NIST SP 800-53 and FISMA requirements.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills, capable of managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, deployment, and management of Trellix security architecture.
  • Monitor and respond to security events and threats across infrastructures.
  • Configure endpoint protection policies and detection rules.
  • Conduct security assessments and coordinate remediation efforts.
  • Integrate Trellix with enterprise systems for optimized security.
  • Perform troubleshooting, triage, and root cause analysis as needed.
  • Create process documentation and system configuration hardening guides.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance package.
  • Generous time off including personal, family sick time, and company paid holidays.
  • Paid parental leave for employees.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions.
  • Life and travel assistance insurance included.
  • Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependents.
  • Transit and parking commuter benefits provided.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for personal development.
  • Employee referral program with bonuses.
  • Corporate-sponsored events and community outreach initiatives.
  • Annual care.com membership for childcare assistance.
  • Employee assistance program for personal support.
  • Supplemental benefits for critical care and legal assistance options.
Full Job Description

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 ServiceNow 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-$163,000.00. 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

  • Care.com annual membership

  • Employee Assistance Program

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

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is a management consulting firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. The firm provides consulting services to clients in the public and commercial sectors, with a focus on energy, financial services, healthcare, national security, and aerospace and defense. Guidehouse was founded in 2018 as a spin-off from PwC. The firm has over 7,000 employees and operates in more than 50 locations worldwide.
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8,000 employees
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2018

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