What are the responsibilities and job description for the Endpoint Security Services (ESS) Engineer position at General Dynamics?
Job Details
Type of Requisition:
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI
Public Trust/Other Required:
None
Job Family:
Systems Engineering
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Endpoint Security Solutions, Security Technologies, Troubleshooting
Certifications:
None
Experience:
6 years of related experience
ship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) has an immediate opening for an Endpoint Security Services (ESS) Engineer supporting the CITS contract for USCENTCOM. The position is based in Tampa, Florida. This is a high-impact role within our endpoint security infrastructure, focusing on designing, engineering, and enhancing the security posture of endpoints across a large-scale enterprise environment.
As the ESS Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, architecture, engineering, and optimization of endpoint security solutions to protect the organization's data and assets from cyber threats. You will work closely with system administrators, architects, and other IT engineers to implement and maintain endpoint security technologies, ensuring robust protection across a vast network of assets.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Duties and Responsibilities:
We are seeking a highly skilled ESS Engineer with advanced expertise in engineering and implementing endpoint security solutions. The ESS Engineer will be responsible for:
Additional Responsibilities:
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
Education and/or Certifications:
Required:
Desired:
Required Skills:
Desired Skills:
Clearance Requirement:
Travel Requirements:
WHAT GDIT CAN OFFER YOU:
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The likely salary range for this position is $127,254 - $155,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
Less than 10%
Telecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA FL MacDill AFB
Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI
Public Trust/Other Required:
None
Job Family:
Systems Engineering
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Endpoint Security Solutions, Security Technologies, Troubleshooting
Certifications:
None
Experience:
6 years of related experience
ship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) has an immediate opening for an Endpoint Security Services (ESS) Engineer supporting the CITS contract for USCENTCOM. The position is based in Tampa, Florida. This is a high-impact role within our endpoint security infrastructure, focusing on designing, engineering, and enhancing the security posture of endpoints across a large-scale enterprise environment.
As the ESS Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, architecture, engineering, and optimization of endpoint security solutions to protect the organization's data and assets from cyber threats. You will work closely with system administrators, architects, and other IT engineers to implement and maintain endpoint security technologies, ensuring robust protection across a vast network of assets.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Duties and Responsibilities:
We are seeking a highly skilled ESS Engineer with advanced expertise in engineering and implementing endpoint security solutions. The ESS Engineer will be responsible for:
- Designing and Engineering Security Solutions:
Lead the design, architecture, and deployment of Trellix (McAfee) endpoint security solutions, including Endpoint Security (ENS), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), McAfee Agent (MA), Rogue System Detection (RSD), Policy Auditor (PA), and Application Control (Solidcore). - Infrastructure Optimization:
Engineering the optimization of endpoint security solutions to ensure high availability, scalability, and resource efficiency across more than 15,000 assets and 19 ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO) servers. - Advanced Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution:
Investigate complex issues related to endpoint security technologies, leveraging advanced diagnostic tools and methods to implement permanent solutions. - Security Policy Development & Implementation:
Engineer and enforce endpoint security policies, configurations, and compliance requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to refine security policy architecture to align with evolving threats and organizational goals. - Automation & Scripting:
Develop automation scripts and solutions (e.g., PowerShell, Python) to enhance the efficiency of endpoint security management, reducing manual intervention and improving system performance. - System Integration & Engineering Support:
Work cross-functionally with network engineers, systems engineers, and administrators to integrate endpoint security tools into the overall IT infrastructure. - Continuous Improvement:
Identify and implement new endpoint security technologies, tools, and techniques to enhance security and system performance. - Documentation & Reporting: Engineer comprehensive technical documentation and security reports related to endpoint security solutions, system configurations, and incident responses.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Design and implement backup and disaster recovery strategies for endpoint security infrastructure components.
- Evaluate and recommend new endpoint security solutions and technologies based on performance, scalability, and security features.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and system administrators.
- Assist in coordinating and supporting large-scale security exercises and vulnerability assessments.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
Education and/or Certifications:
- EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience, 6 years of work experience overall
Required:
- DoD 8140 or DoD 8570 Certification
Desired:
- ITIL 4 Foundation Certification
Required Skills:
- In-depth experience designing, engineering, and optimizing endpoint security solutions (e.g., ENS, DLP, MA, RSD, PA, Solidcore) within large-scale enterprise environments.
- Strong experience with ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO) administration and troubleshooting.
- Advanced knowledge of endpoint security best practices, threat landscape, and mitigation strategies.
- Solid understanding of security policies, regulatory compliance, and standards within DoD and enterprise environments.
- Proficiency in PowerShell or other scripting languages for automation and troubleshooting.
Desired Skills:
- Familiarity with the design and implementation of endpoint security architectures for highly complex environments, particularly within USCENTCOM or similar military networks.
- Experience with vulnerability management tools and techniques.
- Ability to lead endpoint security initiatives from a technical perspective and mentor junior engineers.
Clearance Requirement:
- Active TS/SCI clearance required.
Travel Requirements:
- Up to 10% travel for USCENTCOM exercise support, including potential travel to OCONUS locations.
WHAT GDIT CAN OFFER YOU:
- 401K with company match
- Comprehensive health and wellness packages
- Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
- Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
- Cutting-edge technology and the ability to make a real impact on the world around you.
Not sure this job's the one for you? Check out our other openings at gdit.com/careers.
Do you have a friend or colleague this posting describes? Let them know about the opportunity by clicking "Share."
#ARMA
#CENTCOMCITS
#GDITPRIORITY
The likely salary range for this position is $127,254 - $155,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
Less than 10%
Telecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA FL MacDill AFB
Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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Salary : $127,254 - $155,250
