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Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Geoengineers Inc Redmond, WA

Redmond, WA

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$98k - $169k/yr Full time Senior Cybersecurity Tools Data Security

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Job Description

Geoengineers Inc offers the structure and support you need to build and operate enterprise-grade security. This onsite role in Redmond, WA combines hands-on security engineering with program ownership across compliance, Microsoft 365 security tooling, incident response, and vulnerability mitigation. You will also be part of a team culture that values clear documentation, coordinated execution, and consistent security practices across the organization.

Responsibilities

Support CMMC Level 1 and CMMC Level 2 compliance initiatives, including implementation, documentation, assessment preparation, and ongoing control management.
Administer and enhance Microsoft 365 security capabilities, including Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender, eDiscovery, and related compliance tools.
Act as a primary point of contact for information security, covering security awareness, risk identification, and definition of system security requirements.
Engineer, implement, and monitor security controls to protect computer systems, networks, applications, and organizational information.
Design security architecture and produce detailed security designs aligned to organizational needs and industry best practices.
Prepare, maintain, and update documentation for core security functions, operational processes, and standard operating procedures.
Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot security infrastructure devices and related systems.
Develop and implement technical solutions and security tools to identify, reduce, and mitigate security vulnerabilities.
Lead incident response, perform forensic analysis, and conduct post-incident investigations for security events and suspected compromises.
Build and maintain tools, processes, and infrastructure to support automation of incident response activities.
Create comprehensive reports summarizing assessment findings, outcomes, risks, and recommendations for continued security improvement.
Support third-party audit activities by preparing evidence, coordinating responses, and assisting with remediation efforts.
Collaborate with internal teams across GeoEngineers to deploy security tools, improve processes, and promote consistent security practices.
Serve as Incident Response and Crisis Management Lead during declared security incidents.
Manage vulnerability mitigation strategies and maintain vulnerability scanning efforts across internal and external resources.
Support network engineering and administration activities as needed.

Requirements

Experience with Arctic Wolf, Cisco Meraki, KnowBe4, Cisco Umbrella, Cisco DUO, and Nexpose.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field from an accredited college or university (equivalent combinations of education, certification, and relevant work experience may be considered).
5+ years of related IT experience, including at least two years in an information security-focused role; experience in a corporate or professional services environment is highly preferred.
One or more recognized industry certifications preferred, such as CCNA, CISSP, Security+, or similar credentials.
Strong technical expertise implementing security solutions using current security principles, techniques, protocols, and best practices.
Demonstrated experience building and maintaining security systems including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, endpoint protection, authentication platforms, log management, content filtering, and related technologies.
Solid foundation of higher-level information security concepts, assessment methodologies, and integrating security practices into an organization such as GeoEngineers.
Knowledge of network and web related protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, IPSEC, HTTP, TLS, SSL, BGP).
Experience across information security technologies and processes including intrusion detection systems, web application firewalls, centralized logging, endpoint security, data loss prevention systems, SIEM, content delivery platforms, load balancers, single sign on systems, cloud platforms, threat intelligence, event correlation, virtualization technologies, and system/application vulnerability assessment tools.
Ability to work effectively under pressure with strong problem solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Availability to participate in 24/7 incident response.

Compensation & Work Environment

Salary range is USD 98,000 - 169,000 per year. This position is onsite in Redmond, WA.

Normal office environment with moderate noise levels
Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs, prolonged sitting, and regular walking, bending, standing, and reaching
Ability to perform consistent work on a PC with prolonged view of a monitor/screen
Ability and willingness to travel occasionally as needed

Benefits

Healthcare (with travel benefit for care not locally available)
401(k) with company match
Short-term and long-term disability
Life insurance
Wellbeing benefits
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid holidays
Annual year-end bonus (subject to program eligibility requirements)

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