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Senior Security Engineer (Presales) - Seattle, WA

GuidePoint Security

Seattle, Washington, United StatesOn Site

Original Job Summary

Senior Security Engineer (Presales) - Seattle, WA

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services to help organizations make informed decisions and minimize risk. The role focuses on offering technical guidance and product recommendations to support our customers in deploying and operationalizing cybersecurity solutions.

Role and Responsibilities

  • Primary technical point of contact throughout project lifecycle
  • Design, implement, and operationalize security controls in IT and enterprise systems
  • Communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences
  • Prioritize and deliver across multiple projects autonomously
  • Create tailored business and technical collateral for varied audiences
  • Approximately 25% local travel in the Seattle area for meetings and events

Experience Required

  • Security engineering or technical lead experience in Information Security
  • Experience with security technologies such as Next-Gen Firewalls, DLP, SASE, NAC, PAM, EDR, NDR, SIEM, APPSEC, CWPP, CSPM
  • Strong understanding of networking security concepts including routing, segmentation, zones, NAT
  • Proficiency with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems
  • General networking and security troubleshooting skills
  • Scripting skills in BASH, Perl, Python, PowerShell or Java
  • Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP and related security best practices
  • Working technical knowledge of advanced security concepts such as Defense in Depth and Zero Trust
  • Experience in a consultative or professional services role
  • Relevant industry certifications (ISC2, SANS GIAC, vendor certifications) preferred

Why GuidePoint?

GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held reseller focused exclusively on Information Security. With over 1000 employees, strategic partnerships with top security vendors, and service to over 4,200 customers including Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, GuidePoint offers an environment of collaboration, mentorship, and career growth.

Perks

  • Remote workforce with occasional local travel
  • Comprehensive group medical and dental insurance options
  • 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
  • Mobile phone and home internet allowance
  • Retirement plan eligibility after 2 months
  • Pet Benefit Option

Key skills/competency

  • Cybersecurity
  • Presales
  • Technical Guidance
  • Security Controls
  • Networking
  • Scripting
  • AWS
  • Consultative
  • SIEM
  • Risk Management

How to Get Hired at GuidePoint Security

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor experience to cybersecurity and presales roles.
  • Highlight relevant skills: Emphasize technical and scripting proficiencies.
  • Showcase certifications: Include ISC2, GIAC, or vendor credentials.
  • Prepare for technical interviews: Understand networking and security concepts.
  • Research GuidePoint Security: Know their services, clients, and culture.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review security architectures and controls.
Practice scripting in Python or PowerShell.
Study AWS, Azure, GCP security practices.
Refresh networking concepts and protocols.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging security project.
Explain your teamwork during stressful projects.
Discuss handling conflicting priorities.
Share experience communicating technical concepts.