Threat Emulation Engineer - Blue/Purple Team

Chantilly, VAGuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk.Clearance Requirement : Candidates MUST have an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with a polygraph within 10 years.As a Security Engineer, you will be responsible for service delivery and expected to be a product subject‑matter expert, working independently on small projects and collaboratively on large‑scale enterprise deployments.You will fuel solutions that make the deepest impact across organizations, working in a fast‑paced environment where your thirst for learning new technologies is celebrated and supported.What Makes This Opportunity Exceptional : We focus on training and knowledge transfer to ensure continued growth and impact.No prior experience with Automated Security Validation is required. We will provide training if you have a solid foundation in cybersecurity.Role & ResponsibilitiesComplete internal training for Automated Security Validation (ASV).Lead complex ASV deployments and partner with customers to address diverse security use cases.Assess customer security posture and requirements to guide solution design.Maximize ASV value by enabling customers and supporting their cybersecurity strategy.Collaborate with internal product and technical teams to deliver solutions and drive innovation.Apply prior experience, share best practices, and develop creative approaches to increase adoption.Empower customers to independently address future security questions.Required Qualifications5–10 years of security systems engineering and troubleshooting experience.Strong understanding of cyber threat techniques, intelligence analysis, and adversary TTPs.Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK and similar threat frameworks.Experience designing log ingestion and aggregation strategies.Knowledge of key security events across common IT platforms.Proficiency with Windows, macOS, and Linux systems.Experience with networking and security troubleshooting (firewalls, routing, NAT, etc.).Ability to manage and deliver multiple projects independently.Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.Preferred QualificationsExperience configuring and utilizing enterprise SIEM platforms.Understanding of OS auditing (Syslog, Windows Event Logs).Experience with Mandiant Security Validation or other BAS tools.Red or purple team experience.Experience developing SOC runbooks, workflows, and policy documentation.Familiarity with scripting languages (bash, python, PowerShell, Perl).Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.BenefitsRemote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required; on‑site may be required for Federal positions).Group Medical Insurance: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of employee premiums and 75% for family plans; $850 per EE annually / $1750 per family annually).Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% for 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.As set forth in GuidePoint Security's Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under applicable law.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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