Eliassen Group
Eliassen Group

Sr. Security Engineer (Trellix)

Washington, DC, US • Posted 30+ days ago • Updated 8 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
USD $150,000.00 - 170,000.00 per year
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Skills

  • Security Operations
  • Leadership
  • IT Management
  • Management
  • Identity Management
  • System On A Chip
  • Security Engineering
  • Reporting
  • Orchestration
  • Workflow
  • Scripting
  • Security Clearance
  • DXL
  • Change Control
  • Hardening
  • Encryption
  • Threat Analysis
  • Endpoint Protection
  • Incident Management
  • Risk Management
  • DLP
  • Analytical Skill
  • Data Security
  • NIST 800-53
  • NIST SP 800 Series
  • Windows PowerShell
  • Python
  • SIEM
  • Dashboard
  • FIM
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Forensics
  • FISMA
  • Cyber Security
  • Cloud Computing
  • Screening
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Recruiting
  • Taxes
  • Insurance
  • Law
  • Communication
  • Gmail
  • Routing
  • Management Consulting
  • Life Sciences
  • SAP BASIS
  • Military

Summary

Description:
On-site in Washington, DC

As a Sr. Security Engineer (Trellix), you will serve as the technical lead for our client's endpoint security and data protection ecosystem. You will balance day-to-day operational support with strategic cybersecurity engineering initiatives while partnering with security operations, infrastructure, application teams, and leadership to strengthen the overall security posture.

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Qualified applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis.

Salary: $150,000 - $170,000/ yr. w2

Responsibilities:
  • Serve as technical lead for Trellix endpoint security and data protection capabilities across the enterprise.
  • Administer and engineer Trellix ePO, ENS, EDR, DLP, Drive Encryption (FRP/FRMP), TIE, DXL, Policy Auditor, Rogue System Detection, TSME, Application and Change Control (Solidcore), and FIM.
  • Implement and manage application listing, endpoint hardening, encryption, and data protection technologies.
  • Integrate endpoint security platforms with SIEM, SOAR, threat intelligence, and identity management solutions.
  • Develop and maintain DLP policies, device control mechanisms, and data exfiltration prevention controls.
  • Support SOC operations and enhance 24x7 threat monitoring and response capabilities.
  • Develop security engineering standards, SOPs, playbooks, and operational procedures.
  • Support compliance initiatives aligned with federal cybersecurity frameworks and regulations.
  • Design dashboards, metrics, and operational reporting for cybersecurity stakeholders.
  • Develop automation and orchestration workflows using scripting and APIs where applicable.

Experience Requirements:
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance.
  • 5+ years administering and engineering Trellix solutions in a large enterprise.
  • Hands-on experience with Trellix ePO, ENS, EDR, DLP, Drive Encryption (FRP/FRMP), TIE, DXL, Policy Auditor, Rogue System Detection, TSME, Application and Change Control (Solidcore), and FIM.
  • Experience implementing application listing, endpoint hardening, encryption, and data protection technologies and integrating with SIEM, SOAR, threat intelligence, and identity platforms.
  • Strong understanding of endpoint security architecture, cyber threat detection, incident response, and risk management principles.
  • Experience developing and maintaining DLP policies, device control, and data exfiltration prevention controls.
  • Experience supporting SOCs and improving 24x7 monitoring and response.
  • Ability to develop standards, SOPs, playbooks, and procedures.
  • Experience supporting compliance initiatives aligned to federal frameworks and regulations; strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Nice to have: Insider Risk, Data Protection, or UAM program support; knowledge of CNSSD 504, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-207, and NIST CSF; automation with PowerShell, Python, REST APIs; integrating Trellix telemetry with SIEM and SOAR; executive dashboards and metrics; FIM for compliance and forensics; experience with JCIP or FISMA; familiarity with threat-informed defense and automation frameworks; relevant Trellix, cybersecurity, or cloud certifications.


Recruitment Transparency Notice



Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (, ) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group's use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
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About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients' capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.

Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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  • Posted 30+ days ago

Company Info

About Eliassen Group

Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company that provides business and IT services for our clients as they seek to transform and execute strategies that will drive exceptional outcomes. Leveraging over 30 years of success, we focus on professional services, talent solutions, and life sciences. Eliassen Group offers local community presence and deep networks. We are committed to positively impacting the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which we operate.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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