Erias Ventures was founded to serve its customers with an entrepreneurial mindset. We value creative problem-solving, open communication, and empowering our employees to make decisions and put forth new ideas.

Our staff includes technical experts working across multiple disciplines, bringing diverse perspectives to every project. We are seeking engineers who wish to grow their careers and want to become part of a technically strong and growth-oriented company focused on bringing innovative solutions to the difficult mission problems facing our customers.

Description
We are seeking an Application Engineer to deploy, configure, test, manage, and optimize endpoint detection and response solutions across the NSA enterprise. Establish comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for EDR functionalities and lead training sessions to empower SOC analysts in maximizing platform efficiency and threat visibility.

• Responsible to the deployment, testing, management, and optimization of endpoint detection and response solutions
• This role involves deploying, configuring, testing, and monitoring EDR capabilities to traditional on premises and cloud environments
• The ideal candidate should have a strong background in endpoint security, cloud applications, Windows forensics, large enterprise endpoint deployments, and SOC analyst support

Clearance
A current Top-Secret/SCI with polygraph security clearance is required. Candidates cannot be sponsored or nominated for a government security clearance under this position. Twelve (12) years minimum experience and a High School Diploma/GED. Ten (10) years minimum experience and an Associate's Degree. Eight (8) years minimum experience and a Bachelor's Degree. Six (6) years minimum experience and a Master's Degree. Four (4) years minimum experience and a Doctorate's Degree.
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Required skills:

• EDR Solutions: Proficient in one or more EDR platforms (Trellix HX/EDRF or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint EDR, preferably both)
• Cloud Applications: Experience with cloud security and familiarity with cloud service providers (AWS or Azure, preferably both)
• Cloud Security: Experience securing cloud-hosted workloads using EDR solutions and understanding cloud-native security controls and logging (Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Purview, AWS CoudWatch, AWS CloudTrail, AWS GuardDuty, or AWS Security Hub)
• CCSP Certified Cloud Security Professional certification or equivalent
• Security Operations Center (SOC) Support: Experience supporting SOC functions such as assisting in monitoring, training analysts, documenting SOPs, incident response coordination, analysis of security events, and process/procedure improvement
• Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SOAA) or equivalent
• Network Security: Understanding of network protocols, traffic analysis, and intrusion detection systems (CompTIA Security+ is required)
• Windows Forensics: In-depth knowledge of Windows operation system internals, registry, and file system
• Familiarity with forensic tools like EnCase, FTK, or open-source alternatives
• SANS Windows Forensic Analysis (FOR500) or equivalent

• Threat Hunting: Proactive identification and investigation of potential security threats and anomalies
• Incident Response: Experience in managing and responding to security incidents, including containment, eradication, and recovery
• Security Information and Event Management (SIEM): Familiarity with SIEM systems for log analysis and correlation (e.g. Splunk, Elastic, Microsoft Sentinel)
• Scripting and Automation: Proficient in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for automating tasks and workflows
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate (MD-102)

Benefits
Erias Ventures provides a complete package of wealth, health, and happiness benefits. The expected salary range for this position, depending on education and years of experience is $237,000 - $262,000.

Wealth Benefits:

• Above Market Hourly Pay 
• 11% Roth or Traditional 401k with Immediate Vesting and Deposit
• Spot Bonuses for Assisting with Business Development and Company Growth
• Professional Development Bonuses for Certificates and Degrees

Health Benefits:

• Company subsidized Medical Coverage
• 100% Company Paid Vision and Dental Coverage
• 100% Company Paid Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Group Life Insurance
• Monthly Wellness Reimbursement

Happiness Benefits:

• Paid Time Off with Flexible Work Schedules and Birthday Off
• Amazon Prime Membership and Monthly Internet Reimbursement
• Technology and Productivity Allowance for Equipment and Supplies
• Morale Building and Company Events to Celebrate our Successes and Build our Community
• Onboarding and Annual Swag
• Company Paid Professional Development and Training

At Erias Ventures, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment based on merit, without discrimination. We welcome individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
 
Referrals & Inquiries
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