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Senior Security Engineer - Tanium
Senior Security Engineer - TaniumUltraViolet Cyber • Washington, District of Columbia, United States, 20001
Senior Security Engineer - Tanium

Senior Security Engineer - Tanium

UltraViolet Cyber • Washington, District of Columbia, United States, 20001
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Senior Security Engineer - Tanium

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UltraViolet Cyber is a leading platform-enabled unified security operations company providing a comprehensive suite of security operations solutions. Founded and operated by security practitioners with decades of experience, the UltraViolet Cyber security-as-code platform combines technology innovation and human expertise to make advanced real-time cybersecurity accessible for all organizations by eliminating risks of separate red and blue teams.

By creating continuously optimized identification, detection, and resilience from todays dynamic threat landscape, UltraViolet Cyber provides both managed and custom-tailored unified security operations solutions to the Fortune 500, Federal Government, and Commercial clients. UltraViolet Cyber is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with global offices across the U.S. and in India.

We are seeking a Security Engineer with Tanium expertise to support endpoint management, security, and compliance operations within federal government environments. This role will implement and manage Tanium solutions to enhance visibility, control, and security across the enterprise endpoint infrastructure.

What You'll Do :

  • Design, deploy, and maintain Tanium infrastructure including servers, modules, and connectors.
  • Implement and optimize Tanium modules, providing O&M support of Tenable and ForeScout
  • Create and maintain Tanium content including sensors, packages, and saved questions
  • Configure and optimize Tanium solutions such as Patch, Comply, Discover, Threat Response, Monitor, and Enforce.
  • Manage package deployment, module updates, and client health across the enterprise.
  • Develop automation workflows for security and compliance monitoring using Tanium
  • Support vulnerability management processes using Tanium and Tenable
  • Configure and maintain Tanium Connect integrations with other security tools
  • Assist with incident response activities using Tanium Threat Response
  • Generate compliance reports to support federal requirements (FISMA, RMF, NIST)
  • Troubleshoot Tanium, Tenable, and ForeScout
  • Document configurations, procedures, and architecture
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to implement security controls across supporting productions

What You Have :

  • US Citizenship Required, with ability to pass DHS background check & clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in security operations or engineering
  • Experience and knowledge using Tanium, Tenable, and ForeScout
  • Understanding of endpoint security principles and technologies
  • Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems
  • Familiarity with federal security frameworks and compliance requirements
  • Basic scripting abilities (PowerShell, Python, or Shell)
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Tanium Certified Operator or Administrator certification
  • Experience in federal agency IT or security operations
  • Additional security certifications (Security+, CISSP Associate, CySA+)
  • Experience with other endpoint management or security tools
  • Knowledge of vulnerability management practices
  • Familiarity with CISA directives and CDM program requirements
  • Experience with configuration management and compliance automation

    • Work Environment :

  • Hybrid work model with 2 day / week on-site presence near National Harbor, Maryland
  • May require occasional after-hours support during security events
  • Opportunities for professional development and certification
  • Must be able to pass a Federal background investigation - US Citizenship required

    • What We Offer :

  • 401(k), including an employer match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available on the 1st day of the month following your first day of employment)
  • Group Term Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Life, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and / or Critical Illness
  • Participation in the Discretionary Time Off (DTO) Program
  • 11 Paid Holidays Annually

    • UltraViolet Cyber maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect our company's differing products, services, industries and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors.

    We sincerely thank all applicants in advance for submitting their interest in this position. We know your time is valuable.

    UltraViolet Cyber welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

    If you want to make an impact, UltraViolet Cyber is the place for you!

    $135,000 - $155,000 a year

    Compensation details : 135000 Yearly Salary

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