This position will be fully remote and can be hired anywhere in the continental U.S
The Principal Consultant will be pivotal to problem definition and discovery of the overall solution and guide teams on project processes, deliverables. This individual will drive the technical relationship with our customers and partners by providing advanced architecture, implementation and operational support.
Acts as overall industry leaders and leaders of technical excellence providing exceptional services and support to strategic clients setting the bar for others to aspire to.
How you'll make an impact
Work with customers to help them articulate their business requirements and how those requirements translate into security features and functionality.
Assist with development of cyber engagement plans for customers which will enable them to execute upon strategies.
Rationalize different security solutions against requirements, risk, and constraints.
Recognized expert across multiple solution areas
Able to deliver and lead other consultants in complex projects
Able to present to large groups. Speaks as an authority.
Can handle difficult questions and consistently wins support from client audiences.
Can modify and change methodologies as required.
Broad awareness of the security/ technology space as a whole
Contributor to industry groups and/or publications
What we're looking for
Bachelor's degree and approximately 10-15 years of related work experience.
Approximately 8-10 years of technical architecture experience
Expertise with implementation, administration, and maturation of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Mobile Device Management (MDM) and Application Control technologies
Primary Expertise with Microsoft Defender and Intune (Microsoft On-Prem Services and Cloud Services)
Experience with CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Tanium, Microsoft
Desirable experience within one or more of the following Security Architecture and/or Enterprise Architectural Frameworks (e.g. SABSA, TOGAF, O-ESA).
Very knowledgeable of multiple security concepts and methods such as vulnerability assessments, data classification, privacy assessments, incident response, security policy creation, enterprise security strategies, architectures and governance.
Understand the Services business and impact decisions have to the organization holistically
Strong understanding of networking (TCP/IP, OSI model), operating system fundamentals (Windows, UNIX, mainframe), security technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, etc.) and application programming/scripting languages (C, Java, Perl, Shell).
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance issues affecting clients related to privacy and data protection, such as PCI DSS, GLBA, Basel II, EU Data Protection Directive, International Cross Border, and U.S. State Data Privacy Laws.
Technical architecture experience integrating data protection software into clients' infrastructure; network architecture design, implementation and administration.
Working knowledge of operating systems, virtual machine environments, mainframe security packages, and relational database management systems.
Willingness to travel to meet client needs
Valid driver's license in the US and a valid passport required
The successful candidate must hold or be willing to pursue related professional certifications such as the CISSP, CISM, and/or CISA.
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong written and presentational skills; ability to clearly communicate complex messages to a variety of audiences
Possess high standard of integrity and confidentiality
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Salary Range Description
$134,600.00 - $184,500.00 Annual
The Hiring Range provided for this role is informed by (but not limited to) various factors including responsibilities of the position, work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, geography, as well as other market influences when extending an offer. The disclosed range has not been adjusted for these factors. This role may also be eligible to participate in a variable incentive-based bonus plan. Optiv offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, of which salary is a component.
Job Application Window
This position accepts applicants for a minimum of 4 business days after the job posting date and will remain available until an applicant has been selected for the position.
What you can expect from Optiv
A company committed to our inclusive value through our
Employee Resource Groups
Work/life balance
Professional training resources
Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects
Volunteer Opportunities. “Optiv Chips In” encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.
The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)
EEO Statement
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