GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation’s top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.
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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Why GuidePoint?
GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1000 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 4,200 customers.
Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company’s success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity.
This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.
Some added perks….
- Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
- Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family) and GPS will contribute in one lump sum: ($500 per EE annually / $1000 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
- Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
- 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
- Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
- Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
- Pet Benefit Option
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