Trellix Security Engineer
Apply Job ID 39770 Date posted 05/27/2026Job Family:
IT Cyber Security
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
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.
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
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